Pasania - Banki, Cuttack
Pasania is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Baraput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pasania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasania is 398957. The village covers a total geographical area of 718 hectares and falls under the 754008 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pasania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pasania
As per Census 2011, Pasania village has a total population of 2,096 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 1,010 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,514 literate and 582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pasania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,096 | 1,086 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 104 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 148 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 874 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 212 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Pasania
Pasania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantakai | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Golaganda | North | 1.47 km |
| Andharua | North | 1.60 km |
| Pathuripada | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Anuary | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Baraput | South | 2.15 km |
| Rajiba | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Chadheibandha | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Pathapur | East | 2.45 km |
| Gopa | North-East | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pasania
Pasania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kaipada Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Banki to Pasania is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Pasania is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pasania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pasania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pasania
Where is Pasania located?
Pasania village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pasania?
The Gram Panchayat of Pasania is Baraput.
What is the pincode of Pasania?
The pincode of Pasania is 754008.
What is the population of Pasania?
Pasania has a total population of 2,096, including 1,086 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Pasania?
There are 541 households in Pasania.
What is the literacy rate in Pasania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasania is 72.23%. Male literacy is 80.48% and female literacy is 63.37%.