Putki - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Putki is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Labda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Putki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putki is 439267. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.48 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Putki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Putki
As per Census 2011, Putki village has a total population of 127 people, consisting of 61 males and 66 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Putki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Putki
Putki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogpani | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Boda | East | 1.58 km |
| Labda | West | 1.98 km |
| Magarwada | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Liladadar | North | 3.16 km |
| Basoharsili | East | 3.64 km |
| Sontara | East | 3.76 km |
| Dullapur | East | 3.90 km |
| Jangal Sontara | East | 4.74 km |
| Amera | East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Putki
Putki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhanwar Tonk, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Putki is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Putki is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Putki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Putki
Where is Putki located?
Putki village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putki?
The Gram Panchayat of Putki is Labda.
What is the pincode of Putki?
The pincode of Putki is 491995.
What is the population of Putki?
Putki has a total population of 127, including 61 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Putki?
There are 36 households in Putki.
What is the literacy rate in Putki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putki is 31.50%. Male literacy is 34.43% and female literacy is 28.79%.