Puspal A - Lohandiguda, Bastar
Puspal A is a village situated in the Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohandiguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Erpund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puspal A village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puspal A is 449162. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.19 hectares and falls under the 494010 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Puspal A village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puspal A
According to the 2011 Census, Puspal A village had a total population of 56 people, including 27 males and 29 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.00%, with male literacy at 23.08% and female literacy at 17.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Puspal A
Puspal A is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malewahi | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Arpund | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Koyam | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Harra Koder | East | 3.68 km |
| Kahchenar | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Neurnar | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Hitameta | South | 5.94 km |
| Pichi Koder | East | 6.04 km |
| Udenar | East | 6.50 km |
| Bodali | North-West | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puspal A
Puspal A is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gidam, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jagdalpur to Puspal A is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puspal A
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puspal A 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puspal A
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puspal A 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puspal A
Where is Puspal A located?
Puspal A village is located in Lohandiguda Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puspal A?
The Gram Panchayat of Puspal A is Erpund.
What is the pincode of Puspal A?
The pincode of Puspal A is 494010.
What is the population of Puspal A?
Puspal A had a total population of 56, including 27 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Puspal A?
Puspal A had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puspal A?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puspal A was 20.00%. Male literacy was 23.08% and female literacy was 17.24%.