Paswala - Una, Gir Somnath
Paswala is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Una and around 150 km from Junagadh. Paswala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paswala is 515307. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.89 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Paswala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paswala
As per Census 2011, Paswala village has a total population of 2,534 people, consisting of 1,252 males and 1,282 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,366 literate and 1,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paswala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,534 | 1,252 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 182 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,366 | 811 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,168 | 441 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Paswala
Paswala 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 Paswala
Paswala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Paswala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Paswala is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paswala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paswala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paswala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paswala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paswala
Where is Paswala located?
Paswala village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paswala?
Paswala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paswala?
The pincode of Paswala is 362560.
What is the population of Paswala?
Paswala has a total population of 2,534, including 1,252 males and 1,282 females.
How many households are there in Paswala?
There are 415 households in Paswala.
What is the literacy rate in Paswala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paswala is 53.91%. Male literacy is 64.78% and female literacy is 43.29%.