Parishar - Sainthia, Birbhum
Parishar is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Mathpalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parishar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parishar is 317247. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.78 hectares and falls under the 731234 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Parishar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sainthia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parishar
As per Census 2011, Parishar village has a total population of 840 people, consisting of 432 males and 408 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 517 literate and 323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 537 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parishar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 432 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 275 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 280 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 152 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Parishar
Parishar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijuri | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Rangaipur | East | 0.79 km |
| Kunuri | West | 1.58 km |
| Mahishdahari | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Kultor | North | 1.78 km |
| Matpalsha | East | 1.80 km |
| Ganutia | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Uttar Gobindapur | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Harishkopa | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Majigram | South | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parishar
Parishar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kunuri, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Parishar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parishar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parishar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parishar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parishar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parishar
Where is Parishar located?
Parishar village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parishar?
The Gram Panchayat of Parishar is Mathpalsa.
What is the pincode of Parishar?
The pincode of Parishar is 731234.
What is the population of Parishar?
Parishar has a total population of 840, including 432 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Parishar?
There are 204 households in Parishar.
What is the literacy rate in Parishar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parishar is 61.55%. Male literacy is 64.81% and female literacy is 58.09%.