Pasena - Lundra, Surguja
Pasena is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Riri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pasena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasena is 433357. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Pasena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pasena
According to the 2011 Census, Pasena village had a total population of 788 people, including 391 males and 397 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.10%, with male literacy at 68.79% and female literacy at 49.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 376.
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 | 788 | 391 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 182 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 227 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 164 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Pasena
Pasena is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarwar | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Korandha | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Nagam | East | 2.77 km |
| Ghaghari | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Chalgali | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Kirkima | East | 3.01 km |
| Riri | South | 3.06 km |
| Koilari | North | 3.60 km |
| Barauli | South | 3.81 km |
| Sahanpur | North-West | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pasena
Pasena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Pasena is about 53 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 Pasena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasena 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pasena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pasena
Where is Pasena located?
Pasena village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pasena?
The Gram Panchayat of Pasena is Riri.
What is the pincode of Pasena?
The pincode of Pasena is 497101.
What is the population of Pasena?
Pasena had a total population of 788, including 391 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Pasena?
Pasena had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pasena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasena was 59.10%. Male literacy was 68.79% and female literacy was 49.71%.