Pusawand
Pusawand is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Pusawand village. As per 2009 stats, Anjani is the gram panchayat of Pusawand village.
Here you can discover what makes Pusawand unique in its vibrant Kanker-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Pusawand’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 Pusawand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pusawand is 447865. The village spans a total geographical area of 311.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493551. Kanker is nearest town to Pusawand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
As per 2019 stats, Pusawand village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Pusawand
Population of Pusawand
According to the 2011 Census, Pusawand has a total population of about 719, with approximately 332 males and 387 females. The sex ratio is around 1165 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 139 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 228. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.39%, with male literacy at about 73.49% and female literacy near 56.59%. There are around 169 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pusawand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 332 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 63 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 244 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 88 | 168 |
Connectivity of Pusawand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pusawand. As per the 2011 stats, Pusawand 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 Pusawand
Knowing the nearby villages of Pusawand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pusawand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pusawand
- Where is Pusawand located?
- Pusawand village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pusawand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pusawand is Anjani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pusawand?
- The pincode of Pusawand is 493551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pusawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pusawand is 719, with 332 males and 387 females.
- How many households are there in Pusawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pusawand village has a total of 169 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pusawand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pusawand is 64.39%. The male literacy rate is 73.49%, while the female literacy rate is 56.59%.