Puto - Chandwara, Koderma
Puto is a village situated in the Chandwara subdivision of Koderma district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Chandwara and around 18 km from Koderma. Aragaro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puto village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puto is 350023. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.34 hectares and falls under the 825409 pincode. Jhumri Tilaiya is the nearest town.
Puto village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puto
According to the 2011 Census, Puto village had a total population of 1,151 people, including 580 males and 571 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.85%, with male literacy at 85.12% and female literacy at 58.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 1,151 | 580 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 412 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 168 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Puto
Puto 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 Puto
Puto is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Puto.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Koderma to Puto is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puto village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puto
Where is Puto located?
Puto village is located in Chandwara Subdivision, Koderma district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puto?
The Gram Panchayat of Puto is Aragaro.
What is the pincode of Puto?
The pincode of Puto is 825409.
What is the population of Puto?
Puto had a total population of 1,151, including 580 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Puto?
Puto had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puto was 71.85%. Male literacy was 85.12% and female literacy was 58.32%.