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Poundmaker 114
Poundmaker Indian Reserve No. 114
A map of the province of Saskatchewan showing 297 rural municipalities and hundreds of small Indian reserves. One is highlighted with a red circle.
Location in Saskatchewan
First Nation Poundmaker
Country Canada
Province Saskatchewan
Area
 • Total 8,493.8 ha (20,988.6 acre)
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 547
Community Well-Being Index 53

Poundmaker 114 is a special area of land in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is known as an Indian reserve. This land belongs to the Poundmaker Cree Nation, a First Nations group.

The reserve is located about 40 kilometers (25 miles) west of a city called North Battleford. It is an important place for the Poundmaker Cree Nation.

About Poundmaker 114

Poundmaker 114 is a designated area for the Poundmaker Cree Nation. An Indian reserve is land set aside by the Canadian government for the use of a First Nation. These lands are important for preserving culture and community life.

The Poundmaker Cree Nation is a part of the larger Cree people. They have a rich history and culture in the region. This reserve helps them maintain their traditions and community.

Population and Homes

In 2016, a count was done to see how many people lived in Poundmaker 114. This count is called a census. The census showed that 547 people lived on the reserve.

These people lived in 176 homes. There were a total of 201 private homes available on the reserve at that time. This means most of the homes were being used by families.

Community Well-Being

The well-being of a community can be measured in different ways. One way is through a "Community Well-Being Index." This index looks at things like health, education, and income.

In 2016, the Community Well-Being Index for Poundmaker 114 was 53 out of 100. This number helps us understand how the community is doing. It can be compared to other communities.

For example, the average for all First Nations communities was 58.4. The average for non-Indigenous communities was 77.5. This index helps leaders understand where improvements might be needed.

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