Puskonta - Usur, Bijapur
Puskonta is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Hirapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puskonta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puskonta is 450881. The village covers a total geographical area of 471.42 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Puskonta 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 Puskonta
According to the 2011 Census, Puskonta village had a total population of 128 people, including 66 males and 62 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.61%, with male literacy at 10.42% and female literacy at 4.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 61 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Puskonta
Puskonta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chilkapalli | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Timmapur | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Chatlapalli | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Murdanda | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Futkel | East | 5.58 km |
| Chirpur Bhatti | South-East | 7.11 km |
| Tekmetla | South | 7.29 km |
| Hirapur | East | 7.81 km |
| Polampalli | South-East | 7.89 km |
| Aawapalli | North-West | 8.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puskonta
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Puskonta. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Puskonta is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Puskonta is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puskonta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puskonta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puskonta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puskonta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puskonta
Where is Puskonta located?
Puskonta village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puskonta?
The Gram Panchayat of Puskonta is Hirapur.
What is the pincode of Puskonta?
The pincode of Puskonta is 494447.
What is the population of Puskonta?
Puskonta had a total population of 128, including 66 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Puskonta?
Puskonta had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puskonta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puskonta was 7.61%. Male literacy was 10.42% and female literacy was 4.55%.