Paschimsai - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Paschimsai is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Khar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschimsai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschimsai is 345075. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.93 hectares and falls under the 721440 pincode. Egra is the nearest town.
Paschimsai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paschimsai
According to the 2011 Census, Paschimsai village had a total population of 1,018 people, including 523 males and 495 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.76%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 83.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,018 | 523 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 457 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 66 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Paschimsai
Paschimsai 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 Paschimsai
Public transport in the Paschimsai is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Paschimsai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschimsai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paschimsai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschimsai 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paschimsai
Where is Paschimsai located?
Paschimsai village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paschimsai?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschimsai is Khar.
What is the pincode of Paschimsai?
The pincode of Paschimsai is 721440.
What is the population of Paschimsai?
Paschimsai had a total population of 1,018, including 523 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Paschimsai?
Paschimsai had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paschimsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschimsai was 90.76%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 83.64%.