Putarra - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Putarra is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Putarra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putarra is 493972. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Putarra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Putarra
According to the 2011 Census, Putarra village had a total population of 562 people, including 263 males and 299 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.15%, with male literacy at 63.00% and female literacy at 46.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 430.
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 | 562 | 263 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 430 | 195 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 143 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 120 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Putarra
Putarra 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 Putarra
Putarra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Amarwara to Putarra is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Putarra is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putarra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putarra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Putarra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putarra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Putarra
Where is Putarra located?
Putarra village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Putarra?
Putarra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Putarra?
The pincode of Putarra is 480221.
What is the population of Putarra?
Putarra had a total population of 562, including 263 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Putarra?
Putarra had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Putarra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putarra was 54.15%. Male literacy was 63.00% and female literacy was 46.27%.