Pastiguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Pastiguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kaniguama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pastiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pastiguda is 424370. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pastiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pastiguda
As per Census 2011, Pastiguda village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 128 males and 131 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pastiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 128 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 98 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 53 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 75 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Pastiguda
Pastiguda 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 Pastiguda
Public transport in the Pastiguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pastiguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pastiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pastiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pastiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pastiguda 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 Pastiguda
Where is Pastiguda located?
Pastiguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pastiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pastiguda is Kaniguama.
What is the pincode of Pastiguda?
The pincode of Pastiguda is 766037.
What is the population of Pastiguda?
Pastiguda has a total population of 259, including 128 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Pastiguda?
There are 58 households in Pastiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Pastiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pastiguda is 28.57%. Male literacy is 41.41% and female literacy is 16.03%.