Pasama - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Pasama is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dungra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pasama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasama is 049470. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.51 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pasama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pasama
As per Census 2011, Pasama village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 52 males and 62 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,192 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pasama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 8 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Pasama
Pasama 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 Pasama
Public transport in the Pasama is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Pasama is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Pasama is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pasama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pasama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pasama
Where is Pasama located?
Pasama village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pasama?
The Gram Panchayat of Pasama is Dungra.
What is the pincode of Pasama?
The pincode of Pasama is 262551.
What is the population of Pasama?
Pasama has a total population of 114, including 52 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Pasama?
There are 36 households in Pasama.
What is the literacy rate in Pasama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasama is 71.93%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 61.29%.