Paraspur - Jalangi, Murshidabad
Paraspur is a village situated in the Jalangi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Ghoshpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraspur is 314616. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.25 hectares and falls under the 742305 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Paraspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paraspur
According to the 2011 Census, Paraspur village had a total population of 799 people, including 397 males and 402 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.37%, with male literacy at 83.19% and female literacy at 75.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 799 | 397 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 292 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 105 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Paraspur
Paraspur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Paraspur
Paraspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Paraspur is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paraspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paraspur
Where is Paraspur located?
Paraspur village is located in Jalangi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraspur is Ghoshpara.
What is the pincode of Paraspur?
The pincode of Paraspur is 742305.
What is the population of Paraspur?
Paraspur had a total population of 799, including 397 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Paraspur?
Paraspur had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraspur was 79.37%. Male literacy was 83.19% and female literacy was 75.57%.