Poota - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Poota is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Gaurella and around 116 km from Bilaspur. Puta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poota is 437503. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.52 hectares and falls under the 495119 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Poota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poota
As per Census 2011, Poota village has a total population of 765 people, consisting of 372 males and 393 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 765 | 372 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 299 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 206 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 166 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Poota
Poota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tidi | East | 2.16 km |
| Lamna | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Bagra | North | 3.21 km |
| Piparbahra | East | 3.38 km |
| Dandjamdi Kalan | South | 3.72 km |
| Basti | North | 3.74 km |
| Lusda | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Tikarkhurd | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Kotmi Khurd | West | 5.34 km |
| Amgaon | East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poota
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Poota. The nearest railway station is Tenganmada, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pendra to Poota is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Poota is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poota 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Poota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poota 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Poota
Where is Poota located?
Poota village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poota?
The Gram Panchayat of Poota is Puta.
What is the pincode of Poota?
The pincode of Poota is 495119.
What is the population of Poota?
Poota has a total population of 765, including 372 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Poota?
There are 167 households in Poota.
What is the literacy rate in Poota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poota is 48.63%. Male literacy is 55.38% and female literacy is 42.24%.