Puske (M) - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Puske (M) is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Jambhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puske (M) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puske (M) is 539603. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.92 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Puske (M) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puske (M)
As per Census 2011, Puske (M) village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 68 males and 76 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puske (M) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 68 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 68 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Puske (M)
Puske (M) 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 Puske (M)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Puske (M).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Puske (M) is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puske (M)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puske (M) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puske (M)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puske (M) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puske (M)
Where is Puske (M) located?
Puske (M) village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puske (M)?
The Gram Panchayat of Puske (M) is Jambhiya.
What is the pincode of Puske (M)?
The pincode of Puske (M) is 442704.
What is the population of Puske (M)?
Puske (M) has a total population of 144, including 68 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Puske (M)?
There are 29 households in Puske (M).
What is the literacy rate in Puske (M)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puske (M) is 50.00%. Male literacy is 54.41% and female literacy is 46.05%.