Pujarikanker - Usur, Bijapur
Pujarikanker is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Pujarikanker village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujarikanker is 450934. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067.496 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 155 km away.
Pujarikanker 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 Pujarikanker
According to the 2011 Census, Pujarikanker village had a total population of 399 people, including 195 males and 204 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.34%, with male literacy at 12.27% and female literacy at 6.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 399 | 195 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 132 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 175 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Pujarikanker
Pujarikanker 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 Pujarikanker
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pujarikanker.
| 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 Pujarikanker is about 155 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Pujarikanker is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pujarikanker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujarikanker 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 Pujarikanker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pujarikanker 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 Pujarikanker
Where is Pujarikanker located?
Pujarikanker village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pujarikanker?
Pujarikanker is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pujarikanker?
The pincode of Pujarikanker is 494447.
What is the population of Pujarikanker?
Pujarikanker had a total population of 399, including 195 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Pujarikanker?
Pujarikanker had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pujarikanker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujarikanker was 9.34%. Male literacy was 12.27% and female literacy was 6.51%.