Pastal
Pastal is a village located in Tira Sujanpur tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from district headquarter Tira Sujanpur. Tira Sujanpur is the sub-district headquarter of Pastal village. As per 2009 stats, Chabutra is the gram panchayat of Pastal village.
Here you can discover what makes Pastal unique in its vibrant Tira Sujanpur-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Pastal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pastal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pastal is 016409. The village spans a total geographical area of 42.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177007. Tira Sujanpur is nearest town to Pastal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Pastal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sujanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pastal
Population of Pastal
According to the 2011 Census, Pastal has a total population of about 134, with approximately 71 males and 63 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.36%, with male literacy at about 78.87% and female literacy near 77.78%. There are around 28 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pastal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
Connectivity of Pastal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pastal. As per the 2011 stats, Pastal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Pastal
Knowing the nearby villages of Pastal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pastal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pastal
- Where is Pastal located?
- Pastal village is situated in Tira Sujanpur Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pastal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pastal is Chabutra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pastal?
- The pincode of Pastal is 177007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pastal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pastal is 134, with 71 males and 63 females.
- How many households are there in Pastal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pastal village has a total of 28 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pastal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pastal is 78.36%. The male literacy rate is 78.87%, while the female literacy rate is 77.78%.