Purunapani - Pallahara, Angul
Purunapani is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Palalahada and around 70 km from Anugul . Batisuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 403533. The village covers a total geographical area of 773 hectares and falls under the 759119 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Purunapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunapani
As per Census 2011, Purunapani village has a total population of 677 people, consisting of 353 males and 324 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 495 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purunapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 353 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 90 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 90 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 495 | 263 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 194 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 159 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Purunapani
Purunapani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balipasi | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Karadapal | South | 2.06 km |
| Gurundiamunda | West | 2.48 km |
| Batisuan | North | 3.01 km |
| Phuljhari | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Munipalpur | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Ranjana | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Hatibindha | South | 4.50 km |
| Damodarpur | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Korada | North-East | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purunapani
Public transport in the Purunapani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palalahada to Purunapani is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Purunapani is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purunapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purunapani
Where is Purunapani located?
Purunapani village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapani is Batisuan.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 759119.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani has a total population of 677, including 353 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
There are 130 households in Purunapani.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapani is 44.76%. Male literacy is 54.96% and female literacy is 33.64%.