Pastaura - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Pastaura is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Baitwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pastaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pastaura is 055784. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.16 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Pastaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pastaura
According to the 2011 Census, Pastaura village had a total population of 33 people, including 20 males and 13 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 650 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.41%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 61.54%.
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 | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Pastaura
Pastaura 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 Pastaura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pastaura. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pastaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Pastaura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Pastaura is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pastaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pastaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pastaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pastaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pastaura
Where is Pastaura located?
Pastaura village is located in Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pastaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pastaura is Baitwala.
What is the pincode of Pastaura?
The pincode of Pastaura is 244713.
What is the population of Pastaura?
Pastaura had a total population of 33, including 20 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Pastaura?
Pastaura had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pastaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pastaura was 72.41%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 61.54%.