Putekela
Putekela is a village located in Sakti tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sakti (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Putekela village is also a gram panchayat.
Putekela has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Putekela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Putekela is 436923. The village spans a total geographical area of 226.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491995. Baradwar is nearest town to Putekela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Putekela 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 Sakri 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.
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Population of Putekela
Below is a concise population overview of Putekela 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 | 992 | 490 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 236 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 335 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 155 | 260 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Putekela village:
- The total population of Putekela village is around 992, including approximately 490 males and 502 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Putekela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Putekela village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 493 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Putekela village is about 58.17%, with male literacy at 68.37% and female literacy at 48.21%.
- There are around 245 households in Putekela village.
Connectivity of Putekela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Putekela. As per the 2011 stats, Putekela 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 Putekela
Knowing the nearby villages of Putekela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Putekela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Putekela
- Where is Putekela located?
- Putekela village is situated in Sakti Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Putekela?
- Putekela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Putekela?
- The pincode of Putekela is 491995, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Putekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Putekela is 992, with 490 males and 502 females.
- How many households are there in Putekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Putekela village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Putekela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Putekela is 58.17%. The male literacy rate is 68.37%, while the female literacy rate is 48.21%.