Porusottampur - Bhograi, Balasore
Porusottampur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Kakhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porusottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porusottampur is 391691. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Porusottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porusottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Porusottampur village had a total population of 2,130 people, including 1,080 males and 1,050 females, living in 473 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.81%, with male literacy at 87.12% and female literacy at 74.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 337.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,130 | 1,080 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 133 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 168 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,516 | 825 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 255 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Porusottampur
Porusottampur 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 Porusottampur
Porusottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Porusottampur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Porusottampur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porusottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porusottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Porusottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porusottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Porusottampur
Where is Porusottampur located?
Porusottampur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Porusottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Porusottampur is Kakhada.
What is the pincode of Porusottampur?
The pincode of Porusottampur is 756039.
What is the population of Porusottampur?
Porusottampur had a total population of 2,130, including 1,080 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Porusottampur?
Porusottampur had 473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porusottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porusottampur was 80.81%. Male literacy was 87.12% and female literacy was 74.38%.