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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pasama village had a total population of 114 people, including 52 males and 62 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.39%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 114, including 52 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Pasama?
Pasama had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pasama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasama was 80.39%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 67.86%.