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.

Here you can discover what makes Putekela unique in its vibrant Sakti-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Putekela’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Putekela has a total population of about 992, with approximately 490 males and 502 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 493. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.17%, with male literacy at about 68.37% and female literacy near 48.21%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Putekela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.