Pastan

Pastan is a village located in Andhratharhi subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Andhratharhi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Marukiya is the gram panchayat of Pastan village.

Pastan has its own place in the vibrant Madhubani region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pastan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pastan is 220639. The village spans a total geographical area of 405 hectares. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Pastan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Pastan

Below is a concise population overview of Pastan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,169 2,686 2,483
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,051 546 505
Scheduled Castes (SC) 514 270 244
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,422 1,517 905
Illiterate Population 2,747 1,169 1,578

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pastan village:

  • The total population of Pastan village is around 5,169, including approximately 2,686 males and 2,483 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,051 children aged 0–6 years in Pastan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pastan village has 514 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pastan village is about 46.86%, with male literacy at 56.48% and female literacy at 36.45%.
  • There are around 987 households in Pastan village.

Connectivity of Pastan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pastan. As per the 2011 stats, Pastan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pastan

Knowing the nearby villages of Pastan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pastan.

Kosbagaur Nikta Singiaun Marukia Dhagjari Gaur Andrha Phulwaria Basua Dumra Barsam Rakhwari

Frequently Asked Questions about Pastan

Where is Pastan located?
Pastan village is situated in Andhratharhi Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pastan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pastan is Marukiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pastan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pastan is 5,169, with 2,686 males and 2,483 females.
How many households are there in Pastan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pastan village has a total of 987 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pastan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pastan is 46.86%. The male literacy rate is 56.48%, while the female literacy rate is 36.45%.