Dewa Pasiya - Colonelganj, Gonda
Dewa Pasiya is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Dewa Pasiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewa Pasiya is 174843. The village covers a total geographical area of 782.92 hectares and falls under the 271503 pincode. Katra is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dewa Pasiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewa Pasiya
According to the 2011 Census, Dewa Pasiya village had a total population of 6,000 people, including 3,264 males and 2,736 females, living in 953 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.21%, with male literacy at 53.67% and female literacy at 32.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374.
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 | 6,000 | 3,264 | 2,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,268 | 678 | 590 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 194 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,092 | 1,388 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,908 | 1,876 | 2,032 |
Nearby Villages of Dewa Pasiya
Dewa Pasiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaudaha Metukaha | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Jairam Jot | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Taiyyab Pur | West | 2.34 km |
| Urdi Gonda | East | 2.44 km |
| Selhari | South | 2.46 km |
| Gaurawa Kala | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Madhopur | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Mathura | North | 3.15 km |
| Gauriya | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Khem Pur | West | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewa Pasiya
Public transport in the Dewa Pasiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.5 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 Katra to Dewa Pasiya is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Dewa Pasiya is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewa Pasiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewa Pasiya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewa Pasiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewa Pasiya 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 Dewa Pasiya
Where is Dewa Pasiya located?
Dewa Pasiya village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewa Pasiya?
Dewa Pasiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewa Pasiya?
The pincode of Dewa Pasiya is 271503.
What is the population of Dewa Pasiya?
Dewa Pasiya had a total population of 6,000, including 3,264 males and 2,736 females.
How many households are there in Dewa Pasiya?
Dewa Pasiya had 953 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewa Pasiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewa Pasiya was 44.21%. Male literacy was 53.67% and female literacy was 32.81%.