Pasia - Belhar, Banka
Pasia is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Dumariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasia is 241518. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Pasia
According to the 2011 Census, Pasia village had a total population of 1,117 people, including 563 males and 554 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.50%, with male literacy at 86.65% and female literacy at 60.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 507.
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 | 1,117 | 563 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 106 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 259 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 396 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 167 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Pasia
Pasia 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 Pasia
Pasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Pasia is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Pasia is about 45 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 Pasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pasia
Where is Pasia located?
Pasia village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pasia is Dumariya.
What is the pincode of Pasia?
The pincode of Pasia is 813202.
What is the population of Pasia?
Pasia had a total population of 1,117, including 563 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Pasia?
Pasia had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasia was 73.50%. Male literacy was 86.65% and female literacy was 60.96%.