Pachma - Belthara Road, Ballia
Pachma is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Pachma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachma is 197781. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.66 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Bilthara Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pachma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachma
According to the 2011 Census, Pachma village had a total population of 1,592 people, including 823 males and 769 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.27%, with male literacy at 77.49% and female literacy at 58.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 1,592 | 823 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 139 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 120 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 530 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 293 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Pachma
Pachma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dafalpura | East | 1.18 km |
| Majhooa T.amawe | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 1.27 km |
| Goura T. Bhimpura | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Ismailpur Udhran | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Lohta Pachdaura | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Udhran | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Sodhanpur | West | 1.77 km |
| Harpur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Govindpur Dugauli | North | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pachma
Pachma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilthara Road to Pachma is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Pachma is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachma 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachma 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 Pachma
Where is Pachma located?
Pachma village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pachma?
Pachma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pachma?
The pincode of Pachma is 221716.
What is the population of Pachma?
Pachma had a total population of 1,592, including 823 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Pachma?
Pachma had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachma was 68.27%. Male literacy was 77.49% and female literacy was 58.17%.