Puskoti (S) - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Puskoti (S) is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 95 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Wangeturi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puskoti (S) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puskoti (S) is 539588. The village covers a total geographical area of 2034.44 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 138 km away.
Puskoti (S) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puskoti (S)
According to the 2011 Census, Puskoti (S) village had a total population of 589 people, including 331 males and 258 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 779 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.48%, with male literacy at 55.22% and female literacy at 46.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 401.
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 | 589 | 331 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 218 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 148 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 183 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Puskoti (S)
Puskoti (S) 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 Puskoti (S)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Puskoti (S).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Puskoti (S) is about 138 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puskoti (S)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puskoti (S) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puskoti (S)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puskoti (S) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Puskoti (S)
Where is Puskoti (S) located?
Puskoti (S) village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puskoti (S)?
The Gram Panchayat of Puskoti (S) is Wangeturi.
What is the pincode of Puskoti (S)?
The pincode of Puskoti (S) is 442704.
What is the population of Puskoti (S)?
Puskoti (S) had a total population of 589, including 331 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Puskoti (S)?
Puskoti (S) had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puskoti (S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puskoti (S) was 51.48%. Male literacy was 55.22% and female literacy was 46.60%.