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.
Puswada has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 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.
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Population of Puswada
Below is a concise population overview of Puswada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puswada village:
- The total population of Puswada village is around 407, including approximately 186 males and 221 females, with a sex ratio of 1188 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Puswada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puswada village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 406 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puswada village is about 4.91%, with male literacy at 9.68% and female literacy at 0.90%.
- There are around 86 households in Puswada village.
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%.