Paste - Sinnar, Nashik
Paste is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Paste village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paste is 551200. The village covers a total geographical area of 1149.88 hectares and falls under the 422113 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Paste village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paste
According to the 2011 Census, Paste village had a total population of 1,800 people, including 941 males and 859 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.49%, with male literacy at 88.02% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 1,800 | 941 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 131 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 149 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 713 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 228 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Paste
Paste is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saradwadi | East | 2.58 km |
| Jamgaon | West | 3.05 km |
| Mohdari | North | 3.06 km |
| Chandrapur | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Shastrinagar | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Harsule | South | 3.80 km |
| Khaparale | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Malegaon | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Chincholi | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Bhatwadi | South-East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paste
Paste is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devlali, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sinnar to Paste is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Paste is about 25 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 Paste
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paste village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paste
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paste village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paste
Where is Paste located?
Paste village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Paste?
Paste is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paste?
The pincode of Paste is 422113.
What is the population of Paste?
Paste had a total population of 1,800, including 941 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Paste?
Paste had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paste?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paste was 77.49%. Male literacy was 88.02% and female literacy was 66.04%.