Pasam - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Pasam is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Lohaghat and around 50 km from Champawat. Pasam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasam is 054370. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.62 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pasam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pasam
As per Census 2011, Pasam village has a total population of 546 people, consisting of 252 males and 294 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pasam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 252 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 181 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 71 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Pasam
Pasam 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 Pasam
Public transport in the Pasam is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lohaghat to Pasam is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Pasam 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 Pasam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pasam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasam 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 Pasam
Where is Pasam located?
Pasam village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pasam?
Pasam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pasam?
The pincode of Pasam is 262524.
What is the population of Pasam?
Pasam has a total population of 546, including 252 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Pasam?
There are 108 households in Pasam.
What is the literacy rate in Pasam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasam is 52.93%. Male literacy is 71.83% and female literacy is 36.73%.