Pusawand
Pusawand is a village located in Kondagaon tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kondagaon (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Pusawand village is also a gram panchayat.
Pusawand has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pusawand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pusawand is 448785. The village spans a total geographical area of 411.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494226. Kondagaon is nearest town to Pusawand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Pusawand
Below is a concise population overview of Pusawand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 444 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 69 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 877 | 403 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 247 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 197 | 385 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pusawand village:
- The total population of Pusawand village is around 974, including approximately 444 males and 530 females, with a sex ratio of 1193 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Pusawand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pusawand village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 877 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pusawand village is about 40.25%, with male literacy at 55.63% and female literacy at 27.36%.
- There are around 215 households in Pusawand village.
Connectivity of Pusawand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pusawand. As per the 2011 stats, Pusawand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pusawand
Knowing the nearby villages of Pusawand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pusawand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pusawand
- Where is Pusawand located?
- Pusawand village is situated in Kondagaon Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pusawand?
- Pusawand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pusawand?
- The pincode of Pusawand is 494226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pusawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pusawand is 974, with 444 males and 530 females.
- How many households are there in Pusawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pusawand village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pusawand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pusawand is 40.25%. The male literacy rate is 55.63%, while the female literacy rate is 27.36%.