Puskonta
Puskonta is a village located in Usur tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Usur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Hirapur is the gram panchayat of Puskonta village.
Here you can discover what makes Puskonta unique in its vibrant Usur-Bijapur region. You’ll see Puskonta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puskonta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puskonta is 450881. The village spans a total geographical area of 471.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494447. Dantewada is nearest town to Puskonta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 165km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puskonta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puskonta
Population of Puskonta
According to the 2011 Census, Puskonta has a total population of about 128, with approximately 66 males and 62 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 128. The overall literacy rate is approximately 5.47%, with male literacy at about 7.58% and female literacy near 3.23%. There are around 26 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puskonta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 61 | 60 |
Connectivity of Puskonta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puskonta. As per the 2011 stats, Puskonta 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 Puskonta
Knowing the nearby villages of Puskonta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puskonta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puskonta
- Where is Puskonta located?
- Puskonta village is situated in Usur Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puskonta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puskonta is Hirapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puskonta?
- The pincode of Puskonta is 494447, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puskonta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puskonta is 128, with 66 males and 62 females.
- How many households are there in Puskonta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puskonta village has a total of 26 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puskonta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puskonta is 5.47%. The male literacy rate is 7.58%, while the female literacy rate is 3.23%.