Pasta - Vikas Nagar, Dehradun
Pasta is a village situated in the Vikas Nagar tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Vikasnagar and around 50 km from Dehradun. Pasta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasta is 044998. The village covers a total geographical area of 910.12 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pasta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikasnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pasta
According to the 2011 Census, Pasta village had a total population of 625 people, including 344 males and 281 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 817 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.48%, with male literacy at 64.55% and female literacy at 46.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 261.
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 | 625 | 344 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 146 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 193 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 151 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Pasta
Pasta 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 Pasta
Pasta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Pasta is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Pasta 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 Pasta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasta 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 Pasta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pasta
Where is Pasta located?
Pasta village is located in Vikas Nagar Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pasta?
Pasta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pasta?
The pincode of Pasta is 248001.
What is the population of Pasta?
Pasta had a total population of 625, including 344 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Pasta?
Pasta had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pasta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasta was 56.48%. Male literacy was 64.55% and female literacy was 46.47%.