Pasa - Mori, Uttarkashi
Pasa is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kunara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasa is 040258. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.5 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Pasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pasa
According to the 2011 Census, Pasa village had a total population of 258 people, including 135 males and 123 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.35%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 47.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 258 | 135 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 65 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 90 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 45 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Pasa
Pasa 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 Pasa
Pasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Barkot to Pasa is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Pasa is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasa 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 Pasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasa 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 Pasa
Where is Pasa located?
Pasa village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Pasa is Kunara.
What is the pincode of Pasa?
The pincode of Pasa is 249128.
What is the population of Pasa?
Pasa had a total population of 258, including 135 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Pasa?
Pasa had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasa was 66.35%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 47.62%.