Pasara-I - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Pasara-I is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pasara-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasara-I is 416053. The village covers a total geographical area of 477 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pasara-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pasara-I
As per Census 2011, Pasara-I village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 656 males and 655 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 801 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pasara-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 656 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 172 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 93 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 473 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 183 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Pasara-I
Pasara-I 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 Pasara-I
Pasara-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Pasara-I is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pasara-I is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pasara-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasara-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pasara-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasara-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pasara-I
Where is Pasara-I located?
Pasara-I village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pasara-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Pasara-I is Pasara.
What is the pincode of Pasara-I?
The pincode of Pasara-I is 762028.
What is the population of Pasara-I?
Pasara-I has a total population of 1,311, including 656 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Pasara-I?
There are 355 households in Pasara-I.
What is the literacy rate in Pasara-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasara-I is 61.10%. Male literacy is 72.10% and female literacy is 50.08%.