Bara Parasia - Bundwan, Purulia
Bara Parasia is a village situated in the Bundwan subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from Bandwan and around 44.9 km from Purulia. Gurur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Parasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Parasia is 332346. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.57 hectares and falls under the 723129 pincode. Jamsedpur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Bara Parasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Parasia
As per Census 2011, Bara Parasia village has a total population of 648 people, consisting of 329 males and 319 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Parasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 648 | 329 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 202 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 127 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Parasia
Bara Parasia 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 Bara Parasia
Bara Parasia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Jamsedpur to Bara Parasia is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Bara Parasia is about 44.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Parasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Parasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Parasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Parasia 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 Bara Parasia
Where is Bara Parasia located?
Bara Parasia village is located in Bundwan Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Parasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Parasia is Gurur.
What is the pincode of Bara Parasia?
The pincode of Bara Parasia is 723129.
What is the population of Bara Parasia?
Bara Parasia has a total population of 648, including 329 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Bara Parasia?
There are 157 households in Bara Parasia.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Parasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Parasia is 49.38%. Male literacy is 61.40% and female literacy is 36.99%.