Puswada
Puswada is a village located in Konta tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Konta (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Kankerlanka is the gram panchayat of Puswada village.
Here you can discover what makes Puswada unique in its vibrant Konta-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Puswada’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 Puswada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puswada is 450357. The village spans a total geographical area of 1033.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494122. Konta is nearest town to Puswada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Puswada
Population of Puswada
According to the 2011 Census, Puswada has a total population of about 407, with approximately 186 males and 221 females. The sex ratio is around 1188 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 406. The overall literacy rate is approximately 4.91%, with male literacy at about 9.68% and female literacy near 0.90%. There are around 86 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puswada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 186 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 185 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 168 | 219 |
Connectivity of Puswada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puswada. As per the 2011 stats, Puswada 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puswada
Knowing the nearby villages of Puswada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puswada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puswada
- Where is Puswada located?
- Puswada village is situated in Konta Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puswada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puswada is Kankerlanka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puswada?
- The pincode of Puswada is 494122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puswada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puswada is 407, with 186 males and 221 females.
- How many households are there in Puswada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puswada village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puswada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puswada is 4.91%. The male literacy rate is 9.68%, while the female literacy rate is 0.90%.