Pastwar
Pastwar is a village located in Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mahishi (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Pastwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Pastwar has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa 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 Pastwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pastwar is 226371. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852216. Saharsa is nearest town to Pastwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Pastwar
Population of Pastwar
Below is a concise population overview of Pastwar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,032 | 1,591 | 1,441 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 340 | 346 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,025 | 1,586 | 1,439 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
Literate Population | 1,356 | 860 | 496 |
Illiterate Population | 1,676 | 731 | 945 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pastwar village:
- The total population of Pastwar village is around 3,032, including approximately 1,591 males and 1,441 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 686 children aged 0–6 years in Pastwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pastwar village has 3,025 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pastwar village is about 44.72%, with male literacy at 54.05% and female literacy at 34.42%.
- There are around 606 households in Pastwar village.
Connectivity of Pastwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pastwar. As per the 2011 stats, Pastwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pastwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Pastwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pastwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pastwar
- Where is Pastwar located?
- Pastwar village is situated in Mahishi Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pastwar?
- Pastwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pastwar?
- The pincode of Pastwar is 852216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pastwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pastwar is 3,032, with 1,591 males and 1,441 females.
- How many households are there in Pastwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pastwar village has a total of 606 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pastwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pastwar is 44.72%. The male literacy rate is 54.05%, while the female literacy rate is 34.42%.