Pastia - Azamnagar, Katihar
Pastia is a village situated in the Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Azamnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Baghaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pastia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pastia is 225142. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.2 hectares and falls under the 855113 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Pastia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pastia
As per Census 2011, Pastia village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,171 males and 1,042 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 454 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 902 literate and 1,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pastia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,171 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 238 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 902 | 564 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 607 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Pastia
Pastia 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 Pastia
Pastia 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 Pastia.
| 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 Katihar to Pastia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pastia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pastia 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 Pastia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pastia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pastia
Where is Pastia located?
Pastia village is located in Azamnagar Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pastia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pastia is Baghaura.
What is the pincode of Pastia?
The pincode of Pastia is 855113.
What is the population of Pastia?
Pastia has a total population of 2,213, including 1,171 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Pastia?
There are 498 households in Pastia.
What is the literacy rate in Pastia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pastia is 40.76%. Male literacy is 48.16% and female literacy is 32.44%.