Puhputra
Puhputra is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Puhputra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puhputra unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Puhputra’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 Puhputra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puhputra is 433119. The village spans a total geographical area of 984.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Puhputra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Puhputra
Population of Puhputra
According to the 2011 Census, Puhputra has a total population of about 3,454, with approximately 1,719 males and 1,735 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 541 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 641. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.23%, with male literacy at about 60.44% and female literacy near 40.12%. There are around 821 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puhputra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,454 | 1,719 | 1,735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 276 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 641 | 311 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 1,735 | 1,039 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,719 | 680 | 1,039 |
Connectivity of Puhputra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puhputra. As per the 2011 stats, Puhputra 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puhputra
Knowing the nearby villages of Puhputra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puhputra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puhputra
- Where is Puhputra located?
- Puhputra village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puhputra?
- Puhputra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puhputra?
- The pincode of Puhputra is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puhputra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puhputra is 3,454, with 1,719 males and 1,735 females.
- How many households are there in Puhputra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puhputra village has a total of 821 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puhputra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puhputra is 50.23%. The male literacy rate is 60.44%, while the female literacy rate is 40.12%.