Parashia - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Parashia is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Patharpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parashia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parashia is 336486. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.78 hectares and falls under the 721157 pincode. Amlagara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parashia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parashia
As per Census 2011, Parashia village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 166 males and 172 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parashia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 166 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 131 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 35 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Parashia
Parashia 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 Parashia
Parashia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amlagara to Parashia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parashia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parashia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parashia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parashia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parashia
Where is Parashia located?
Parashia village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parashia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parashia is Patharpara.
What is the pincode of Parashia?
The pincode of Parashia is 721157.
What is the population of Parashia?
Parashia has a total population of 338, including 166 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Parashia?
There are 67 households in Parashia.
What is the literacy rate in Parashia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parashia is 69.23%. Male literacy is 78.92% and female literacy is 59.88%.