Purnapani - Devbhog, Gariyaband
Purnapani is a village situated in the Devbhog tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from Deobhog and around 223 km from Raipur. Purnapani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnapani is 445605. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.72 hectares and falls under the 493890 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 133 km away.
Purnapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purnapani
As per Census 2011, Purnapani village has a total population of 939 people, consisting of 456 males and 483 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purnapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 456 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 261 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 195 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Purnapani
Purnapani 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 Purnapani
Purnapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariyaband to Purnapani is about 133 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Purnapani is about 223 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purnapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purnapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnapani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purnapani
Where is Purnapani located?
Purnapani village is located in Devbhog Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnapani?
Purnapani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purnapani?
The pincode of Purnapani is 493890.
What is the population of Purnapani?
Purnapani has a total population of 939, including 456 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Purnapani?
There are 255 households in Purnapani.
What is the literacy rate in Purnapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnapani is 44.73%. Male literacy is 57.24% and female literacy is 32.92%.