Pasta - Balh, Mandi
Pasta is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Mandi. Behal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pasta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasta is 014636. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 175008 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Pasta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pasta
According to the 2011 Census, Pasta village had a total population of 366 people, including 187 males and 179 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.71%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 78.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 366 | 187 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 152 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 35 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Pasta
Pasta 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 Pasta
Pasta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Pasta is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pasta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pasta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pasta
Where is Pasta located?
Pasta village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pasta?
The Gram Panchayat of Pasta is Behal.
What is the pincode of Pasta?
The pincode of Pasta is 175008.
What is the population of Pasta?
Pasta had a total population of 366, including 187 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Pasta?
Pasta had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pasta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasta was 84.71%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 78.62%.