Purunakot
About Purunakot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purunakot village is 405172. Purunakot village is located in Purunakot tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Purunakot (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Purunakot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 358 hectares. Purunakot has a total population of 795 peoples, out of which male population is 405 while female population is 390. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purunakot village is 66.16% out of which 75.06% males and 56.92% females are literate. There are about 199 houses in purunakot village. Pincode of purunakot village locality is 759132.
When it comes to administration, Purunakot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purunakot village comes under Athmallik Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency. Anugul is nearest town to purunakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
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Population of Purunakot
The population details of Purunakot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 405 | 390 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 244 | 117 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 304 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 101 | 168 |
Connectivity of Purunakot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purunakot
Where is Purunakot located?
Purunakot village is situated in Purunakot Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunakot?
Purunakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purunakot?
The pincode of Purunakot is 759132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purunakot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purunakot is 795, with 405 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Purunakot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purunakot village has a total of 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunakot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunakot is 66.16%. The male literacy rate is 75.06%, while the female literacy rate is 56.92%.