Putina Village - Bhograi, Balasore
Putina is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Kamarda and around 78 km from Baleshwar. Putina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putina is 391907. The village covers a total geographical area of 670 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Putina 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 Putina
As per Census 2011, Putina village has a total population of 3,922 people, consisting of 2,043 males and 1,879 females. The village has 967 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,054 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Putina are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,922 | 2,043 | 1,879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 253 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,054 | 1,706 | 1,348 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 337 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Putina
Putina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uladi | East | 1.19 km |
| Purusattampur | West | 1.32 km |
| Tankabani | South | 1.92 km |
| Mukuleshpur | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Katisahi | East | 2.44 km |
| Paschimanalia | North | 2.50 km |
| Kusuda | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Kiarda | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Kachuari | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Parulia | South-East | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Putina
Putina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Digha Flag Station, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Putina is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Putina is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Putina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Putina
Where is Putina located?
Putina village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putina?
Putina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Putina?
The pincode of Putina is 756035.
What is the population of Putina?
Putina has a total population of 3,922, including 2,043 males and 1,879 females.
How many households are there in Putina?
There are 967 households in Putina.
What is the literacy rate in Putina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putina is 77.87%. Male literacy is 83.50% and female literacy is 71.74%.