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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Pasta village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 187 males and 179 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pasta are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 366, including 187 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Pasta?
There are 82 households in Pasta.
What is the literacy rate in Pasta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasta is 75.68%. Male literacy is 81.28% and female literacy is 69.83%.