Puswada
Puswada 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 Puswada village. As per 2009 stats, Puswada village is also a gram panchayat.
Puswada has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Puswada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puswada is 447866. The village spans a total geographical area of 706.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493551. Kanker is nearest town to Puswada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
As per 2019 stats, Puswada village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Puswada
Population of Puswada
Below is a concise population overview of Puswada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,109 | 1,056 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,452 | 741 | 711 |
| Literate Population | 1,374 | 796 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 260 | 475 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puswada village:
- The total population of Puswada village is around 2,109, including approximately 1,056 males and 1,053 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Puswada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puswada village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,452 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puswada village is about 65.15%, with male literacy at 75.38% and female literacy at 54.89%.
- There are around 450 households in Puswada village.
Connectivity of Puswada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puswada. As per the 2011 stats, Puswada 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 Puswada
Knowing the nearby villages of Puswada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puswada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puswada
- Where is Puswada located?
- Puswada village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puswada?
- Puswada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puswada?
- The pincode of Puswada is 493551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puswada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puswada is 2,109, with 1,056 males and 1,053 females.
- How many households are there in Puswada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puswada village has a total of 450 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puswada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puswada is 65.15%. The male literacy rate is 75.38%, while the female literacy rate is 54.89%.