Pastura - Baisi, Purnia
Pastura is a village situated in the Baisi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisi and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Sugaba Mahanadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pastura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pastura is 224097. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Pastura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pastura
According to the 2011 Census, Pastura village had a total population of 617 people, including 314 males and 303 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.17%, with male literacy at 41.33% and female literacy at 28.57%.
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 | 617 | 314 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 93 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 221 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Pastura
Pastura 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 Pastura
Pastura 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 Pastura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Purnia to Pastura is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pastura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pastura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pastura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pastura 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pastura
Where is Pastura located?
Pastura village is located in Baisi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pastura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pastura is Sugaba Mahanadpur.
What is the pincode of Pastura?
The pincode of Pastura is 854315.
What is the population of Pastura?
Pastura had a total population of 617, including 314 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Pastura?
Pastura had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pastura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pastura was 35.17%. Male literacy was 41.33% and female literacy was 28.57%.