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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Parishar village had a total population of 840 people, including 432 males and 408 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.12%, with male literacy at 73.88% and female literacy at 64.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 537.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 432 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 275 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 840, including 432 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Parishar?
Parishar had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parishar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parishar was 69.12%. Male literacy was 73.88% and female literacy was 64.23%.