Paso - Barahat, Banka
Paso is a village situated in the Barahat subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barahat and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sabalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paso village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paso is 241225. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Paso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Paso
According to the 2011 Census, Paso village had a total population of 688 people, including 357 males and 331 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.16%, with male literacy at 79.61% and female literacy at 62.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 688 | 357 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 242 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 115 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Paso
Paso 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 Paso
Paso is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paso.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Paso is about 17 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 Paso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paso 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 Paso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paso 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paso
Where is Paso located?
Paso village is located in Barahat Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paso?
The Gram Panchayat of Paso is Sabalpur.
What is the pincode of Paso?
The pincode of Paso is 813104.
What is the population of Paso?
Paso had a total population of 688, including 357 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Paso?
Paso had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paso was 71.16%. Male literacy was 79.61% and female literacy was 62.06%.