Putia - Sonamura, Sepahijala
Putia is a village situated in the Sonamura subdivision of Sepahijala district, Tripura. It is located approximately 6 km from Boxanagar and around 35 km from Agartala. Dayalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Putia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putia is 272083. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 799102 pincode. Bishalgarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Putia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boxanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Putia
As per Census 2011, Putia village has a total population of 3,290 people, consisting of 1,750 males and 1,540 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,166 literate and 1,124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Putia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,290 | 1,750 | 1,540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 264 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 2,166 | 1,192 | 974 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,124 | 558 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Putia
Putia 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 Putia
Putia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bishalgarh to Putia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Putia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Putia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Putia
Where is Putia located?
Putia village is located in Sonamura Subdivision, Sepahijala district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putia?
The Gram Panchayat of Putia is Dayalpara.
What is the pincode of Putia?
The pincode of Putia is 799102.
What is the population of Putia?
Putia has a total population of 3,290, including 1,750 males and 1,540 females.
How many households are there in Putia?
There are 543 households in Putia.
What is the literacy rate in Putia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putia is 65.84%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 63.25%.