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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pastalai village had a total population of 269 people, including 141 males and 128 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 92.56% and female literacy at 81.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 266.
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 | 269 | 141 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Pastalai?
The Village Panchayat of Pastalai is Shahapur.
What is the pincode of Pastalai?
The pincode of Pastalai is 444807.
What is the population of Pastalai?
Pastalai had a total population of 269, including 141 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Pastalai?
Pastalai had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pastalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pastalai was 87.50%. Male literacy was 92.56% and female literacy was 81.98%.