Village code 445760

Pounsra Village, Basna Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population

Pounsra is a village in Basna Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Pounsra village map in Chhattisgarh
Pounsra village map image for Basna Tehsil, Chhattisgarh.

Village Overview

Pounsra is a village in Basna Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. For Pounsra, the population is 1,140, PIN code is 493554 and Census village code is 445760. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Pounsra village
Village code445760
PIN code493554
Population1,140
Households253
Area246.44 ha / 2.46 sq. km / 609 acres
Population density463 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1043 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townBasna (6 km)
Current stateChhattisgarh
Census 2011 stateChhattisgarh
Current districtMahasamund
Census 2011 districtMahasamund

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 493554. This helps users verify the postal area for Pounsra, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Pounsra village
PIN code493554
Post offices linked with this PINBasna SO, Ankori BO, Arekel B.O, Bansula BO, Bardoli BO, and Baroli BO
Best matching post officeBasna SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtMahasamund
Postal stateChhattisgarh
Postal divisionRaipur Division
Postal circleChattisgarh Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Pounsra comes under Pounsra gram panchayat and Basna C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Basna Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Basna at 6 km. The Census district headquarters, Mahasamund, is 98 km away.

Administrative details for Pounsra
Current stateChhattisgarh
Census 2011 stateChhattisgarh
Current districtMahasamund
Census 2011 districtMahasamund
State code22
District code411
Tehsil / Census sub-district code3339
C.D. Block code106
Block panchayat code106

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Pounsra village and its household count.

Total population

1,140 residents in 253 households

Male population

558

Female population

582

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 161

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Pounsra
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Pounsra
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayAvailable
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityNot available in village
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Pounsra
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Pounsra
Net area sown205.60 hectares
Irrigated area23.40 hectares
Unirrigated area182.20 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area23.40 hectares
Forest area0.13 hectares
Non-agricultural area21.24 hectares
Other fallow land1.30 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropPea Nut
Third cropBlack Gram

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Pounsra
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bhukel, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bhukel, within 5 km.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Pounsra

Basna (6 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Basna is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Pounsra
Nearest major townBasna (6 km)
Tehsil headquartersBasna (6 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Pounsra. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Pounsra
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
TaxiAvailable
VansAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
National HighwayAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Public Reading RoomAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for All UsersAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pounsra village located?

Pounsra is located in Basna Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Mahasamund.

Which Tehsil is Pounsra in?

Pounsra is in Basna Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Pounsra in?

District: Mahasamund.

What is the village code of Pounsra?

The Census village code of Pounsra is 445760.

What is the PIN code of Pounsra?

The PIN code reported for Pounsra is 493554.

What is the population of Pounsra?

Pounsra has 1,140 residents in 253 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Pounsra part of?

Pounsra comes under Pounsra gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Pounsra?

The nearest statutory town to Pounsra is Basna (6 km).

Which crops are grown in Pounsra?

The main crops reported for Pounsra are Paddy, Pea Nut, and Black Gram.

What land-use details are available for Pounsra?

Land-use details for Pounsra include net area sown: 205.60 hectares, irrigated area: 23.40 hectares, and unirrigated area: 182.20 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Pounsra?

Government primary school status for Pounsra is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Pounsra?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Pounsra?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Pounsra?

The total geographical area of Pounsra is 246.44 hectares.

How many households are in Pounsra?

Pounsra has 253 households as per Census 2011.

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