Pastalai - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Pastalai is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Shahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pastalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pastalai is 531680. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.84 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Chikhaldara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Pastalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pastalai
As per Census 2011, Pastalai village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 141 males and 128 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pastalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 141 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 112 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 29 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Pastalai
Pastalai 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 Pastalai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pastalai.
| 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 Chikhaldara to Pastalai is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Pastalai is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pastalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pastalai 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 Pastalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pastalai 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 Pastalai
Where is Pastalai located?
Pastalai village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pastalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pastalai is Shahapur.
What is the pincode of Pastalai?
The pincode of Pastalai is 444807.
What is the population of Pastalai?
Pastalai has a total population of 269, including 141 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Pastalai?
There are 58 households in Pastalai.
What is the literacy rate in Pastalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pastalai is 75.46%. Male literacy is 79.43% and female literacy is 71.09%.