Pawrel - Usur, Bijapur
Pawrel is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Pusgudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pawrel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pawrel is 450858. The village covers a total geographical area of 2306.17 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Pawrel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pawrel
According to the 2011 Census, Pawrel village had a total population of 472 people, including 242 males and 230 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.73%, with male literacy at 19.49% and female literacy at 5.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 472.
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 | 472 | 242 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 242 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 38 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 204 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Pawrel
Pawrel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandrel | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Kanhaiguda | North | 3.51 km |
| Farsapalli | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Bhattiguda | West | 4.77 km |
| Pusgudi | East | 5.14 km |
| Pangampal | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Kesgal | North | 6.20 km |
| Metupalli | West | 6.25 km |
| Modakpal | North-East | 6.54 km |
| Cherakdodi | South-East | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pawrel
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pawrel. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.7 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 Dantewada to Pawrel is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Pawrel is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pawrel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pawrel 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 Pawrel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pawrel 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pawrel
Where is Pawrel located?
Pawrel village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pawrel?
The Gram Panchayat of Pawrel is Pusgudi.
What is the pincode of Pawrel?
The pincode of Pawrel is 494448.
What is the population of Pawrel?
Pawrel had a total population of 472, including 242 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Pawrel?
Pawrel had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pawrel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pawrel was 12.73%. Male literacy was 19.49% and female literacy was 5.49%.