Puspal - Tongpal, Sukma
Puspal is a village situated in the Tongpal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chhindgarh and around 130 km from Dantewada. Puspal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puspal is 450580. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.48 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Puspal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puspal
According to the 2011 Census, Puspal village had a total population of 1,198 people, including 602 males and 596 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.62%, with male literacy at 71.35% and female literacy at 53.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 783.
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 | 1,198 | 602 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 783 | 398 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 371 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 231 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Puspal
Puspal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puspal
Puspal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sukma to Puspal is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Puspal is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puspal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puspal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puspal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puspal 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Puspal
Where is Puspal located?
Puspal village is located in Tongpal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puspal?
Puspal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puspal?
The pincode of Puspal is 494115.
What is the population of Puspal?
Puspal had a total population of 1,198, including 602 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Puspal?
Puspal had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puspal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puspal was 62.62%. Male literacy was 71.35% and female literacy was 53.86%.