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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Paste village has a total population of 1,800 people, consisting of 941 males and 859 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,205 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paste are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Paste?
Paste is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paste?
The pincode of Paste is 422113.
What is the population of Paste?
Paste has a total population of 1,800, including 941 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Paste?
There are 314 households in Paste.
What is the literacy rate in Paste?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paste is 66.94%. Male literacy is 75.77% and female literacy is 57.28%.