Puchheli
Puchheli is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Puchheli village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puchheli unique in its vibrant Champa-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Puchheli’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 Puchheli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puchheli is 436844. The village spans a total geographical area of 418.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493228. Bamhanidih is nearest town to Puchheli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puchheli 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 Jaijaipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puchheli
Population of Puchheli
According to the 2011 Census, Puchheli has a total population of about 1,169, with approximately 574 males and 595 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 870. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.59%, with male literacy at about 74.22% and female literacy near 49.41%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puchheli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,169 | 574 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 870 | 422 | 448 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 426 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 148 | 301 |
Connectivity of Puchheli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puchheli. As per the 2011 stats, Puchheli 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puchheli
Knowing the nearby villages of Puchheli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puchheli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puchheli
- Where is Puchheli located?
- Puchheli village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puchheli?
- Puchheli serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puchheli?
- The pincode of Puchheli is 493228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puchheli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puchheli is 1,169, with 574 males and 595 females.
- How many households are there in Puchheli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puchheli village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puchheli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puchheli is 61.59%. The male literacy rate is 74.22%, while the female literacy rate is 49.41%.