Pastorawar - Ranikhet, Almora
Pastorawar is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pastudawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pastorawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pastorawar is 052349. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.4 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pastorawar 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pastorawar
According to the 2011 Census, Pastorawar village had a total population of 415 people, including 178 males and 237 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,331 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.64%, with male literacy at 93.38% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 415 | 178 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 31 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 141 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 37 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Pastorawar
Pastorawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sainari | North | 0.80 km |
| Seltana | South | 0.85 km |
| Mehal Khand | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Hadoli | East | 1.39 km |
| Malli Saloni | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Raili Bayali | West | 1.70 km |
| Dubhanna | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Talla Dauda | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Tholi | West | 2.19 km |
| Malla Dauda | East | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pastorawar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pastorawar. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 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 Ranikhet to Pastorawar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Pastorawar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pastorawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pastorawar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pastorawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pastorawar 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 Pastorawar
Where is Pastorawar located?
Pastorawar village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pastorawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pastorawar is Pastudawar.
What is the pincode of Pastorawar?
The pincode of Pastorawar is 263664.
What is the population of Pastorawar?
Pastorawar had a total population of 415, including 178 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Pastorawar?
Pastorawar had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pastorawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pastorawar was 82.64%. Male literacy was 93.38% and female literacy was 75.00%.