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
According to the 2011 Census, Poota village had a total population of 765 people, including 372 males and 393 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.68%, with male literacy at 67.54% and female literacy at 50.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 626.
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 | 765 | 372 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 765, including 372 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Poota?
Poota had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poota was 58.68%. Male literacy was 67.54% and female literacy was 50.46%.