Puta - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Puta is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Madanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puta is 436099. The village covers a total geographical area of 771.96 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Puta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puta
According to the 2011 Census, Puta village had a total population of 638 people, including 319 males and 319 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.70%, with male literacy at 64.53% and female literacy at 44.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 502.
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 | 638 | 319 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 502 | 254 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 171 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 148 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Puta
Puta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madanpur | South | 3.34 km |
| Tara | East | 4.08 km |
| Kantaroli | North | 5.56 km |
| Morga | South-West | 6.78 km |
| Suskam | South-East | 7.95 km |
| Hariharpur | East | 7.96 km |
| Uchalenga | South | 8.06 km |
| Janardanpur | North-East | 8.12 km |
| Mendra | North | 8.19 km |
| Ghatbarra | East | 8.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puta
Puta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bishrampur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.4 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 Katghora to Puta is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Puta is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puta
Where is Puta located?
Puta village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puta?
The Gram Panchayat of Puta is Madanpur.
What is the pincode of Puta?
The pincode of Puta is 495448.
What is the population of Puta?
Puta had a total population of 638, including 319 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Puta?
Puta had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puta was 54.70%. Male literacy was 64.53% and female literacy was 44.53%.