Paschimsagar (Efa) - Diglipur, North And Middle Andaman
Paschimsagar (Efa) is a village situated in the Diglipur taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 32 km from Diglipur and around 58 km from Mayabunder. Paschim Sagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschimsagar (Efa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschimsagar (Efa) is 645261. The village falls under the 744202 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 283 km away.
Paschimsagar (Efa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paschimsagar (Efa)
According to the 2011 Census, Paschimsagar (Efa) village had a total population of 1,038 people, including 550 males and 488 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.56%, with male literacy at 85.63% and female literacy at 68.36%.
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 | 1,038 | 550 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 423 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 127 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Paschimsagar (Efa)
Paschimsagar (Efa) 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 Paschimsagar (Efa)
Paschimsagar (Efa) 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 Port Blair to Paschimsagar (Efa) is about 283 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Paschimsagar (Efa) 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 Paschimsagar (Efa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschimsagar (Efa) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paschimsagar (Efa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschimsagar (Efa) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Paschimsagar (Efa)
Where is Paschimsagar (Efa) located?
Paschimsagar (Efa) village is located in Diglipur Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschimsagar (Efa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschimsagar (Efa) is Paschim Sagar.
What is the pincode of Paschimsagar (Efa)?
The pincode of Paschimsagar (Efa) is 744202.
What is the population of Paschimsagar (Efa)?
Paschimsagar (Efa) had a total population of 1,038, including 550 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Paschimsagar (Efa)?
Paschimsagar (Efa) had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paschimsagar (Efa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschimsagar (Efa) was 77.56%. Male literacy was 85.63% and female literacy was 68.36%.