Parasurampur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Parasurampur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.7 km from Sarisha and around 58 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasurampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasurampur is 334406. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.24 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parasurampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parasurampur
As per Census 2011, Parasurampur village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 345 males and 319 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 593 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parasurampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 345 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 593 | 307 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 287 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 58 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Parasurampur
Parasurampur 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 Parasurampur
Parasurampur 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 5-10 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 Diamond Harbour to Parasurampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Parasurampur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parasurampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasurampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parasurampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasurampur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parasurampur
Where is Parasurampur located?
Parasurampur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parasurampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasurampur is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Parasurampur?
The pincode of Parasurampur is 743330.
What is the population of Parasurampur?
Parasurampur has a total population of 664, including 345 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Parasurampur?
There are 172 households in Parasurampur.
What is the literacy rate in Parasurampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasurampur is 75.30%. Male literacy is 83.19% and female literacy is 66.77%.