Puta - Udaypur, Surguja
Puta is a village situated in the Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Puta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puta is 433173. The village covers a total geographical area of 1391 hectares and falls under the 497117 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 42 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 Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puta
According to the 2011 Census, Puta village had a total population of 1,267 people, including 637 males and 630 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.87%, with male literacy at 69.62% and female literacy at 49.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 784.
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 | 1,267 | 637 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 107 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 784 | 385 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 369 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 268 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Puta
Puta 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 Puta
Puta 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Puta is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 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 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puta
Where is Puta located?
Puta village is located in Udaypur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puta?
Puta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puta?
The pincode of Puta is 497117.
What is the population of Puta?
Puta had a total population of 1,267, including 637 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Puta?
Puta had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puta was 59.87%. Male literacy was 69.62% and female literacy was 49.90%.