Puri - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Puri is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Puri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puri is 447456. The village covers a total geographical area of 629.81 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Puri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puri
As per Census 2011, Puri village has a total population of 1,235 people, consisting of 608 males and 627 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 945 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 526 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,235 | 608 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 260 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 508 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 100 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Puri
Puri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South | 1.64 km |
| Kashipur | West | 2.25 km |
| Amadula | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Kahadgondi | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Mainkheda | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Bhotha | South | 3.57 km |
| Tirkadand | North | 3.57 km |
| Mayana | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Markatola | East | 4.43 km |
| Narsinghpur | South-West | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puri
Puri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 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 Charama to Puri is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Puri is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Puri
Where is Puri located?
Puri village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puri?
Puri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puri?
The pincode of Puri is 494337.
What is the population of Puri?
Puri has a total population of 1,235, including 608 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Puri?
There are 277 households in Puri.
What is the literacy rate in Puri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puri is 76.52%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 69.70%.