Pounsari
Pounsari is a village located in Bilha tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bilha (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Pounsari village is also a gram panchayat.
Pounsari has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pounsari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pounsari is 438991. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495224. Bilha is nearest town to Pounsari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pounsari 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 Mungeli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Pounsari
Below is a concise population overview of Pounsari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,531 | 786 | 745 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 138 | 123 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 107 | 95 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 547 | 280 | 267 |
Literate Population | 761 | 479 | 282 |
Illiterate Population | 770 | 307 | 463 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pounsari village:
- The total population of Pounsari village is around 1,531, including approximately 786 males and 745 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 261 children aged 0–6 years in Pounsari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pounsari village has 202 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 547 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pounsari village is about 49.71%, with male literacy at 60.94% and female literacy at 37.85%.
- There are around 308 households in Pounsari village.
Connectivity of Pounsari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pounsari. As per the 2011 stats, Pounsari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pounsari
Knowing the nearby villages of Pounsari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pounsari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pounsari
- Where is Pounsari located?
- Pounsari village is situated in Bilha Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pounsari?
- Pounsari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pounsari?
- The pincode of Pounsari is 495224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pounsari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pounsari is 1,531, with 786 males and 745 females.
- How many households are there in Pounsari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pounsari village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pounsari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pounsari is 49.71%. The male literacy rate is 60.94%, while the female literacy rate is 37.85%.