Puttarwahi
Puttarwahi is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Bhiragaon is the gram panchayat of Puttarwahi village.
Here you can discover what makes Puttarwahi unique in its vibrant Bhanupratappur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Puttarwahi’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 Puttarwahi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puttarwahi is 447527. The village spans a total geographical area of 334.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Puttarwahi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puttarwahi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puttarwahi
Population of Puttarwahi
According to the 2011 Census, Puttarwahi has a total population of about 385, with approximately 178 males and 207 females. The sex ratio is around 1162 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 46 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 282. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.68%, with male literacy at about 77.53% and female literacy near 53.62%. There are around 76 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puttarwahi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 178 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 134 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 138 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 40 | 96 |
Connectivity of Puttarwahi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puttarwahi. As per the 2011 stats, Puttarwahi 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puttarwahi
Knowing the nearby villages of Puttarwahi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puttarwahi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puttarwahi
- Where is Puttarwahi located?
- Puttarwahi village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puttarwahi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puttarwahi is Bhiragaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puttarwahi?
- The pincode of Puttarwahi is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puttarwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puttarwahi is 385, with 178 males and 207 females.
- How many households are there in Puttarwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puttarwahi village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puttarwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puttarwahi is 64.68%. The male literacy rate is 77.53%, while the female literacy rate is 53.62%.