Purunapani - Jaleswar, Balasore
Purunapani is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Raibania and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Khuard serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 391384. The village covers a total geographical area of 572 hectares and falls under the 756033 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunapani
As per Census 2011, Purunapani village has a total population of 3,078 people, consisting of 1,504 males and 1,574 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,541 literate and 1,537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,450 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purunapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,078 | 1,504 | 1,574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 246 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,450 | 678 | 772 |
| Literate Population | 1,541 | 884 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,537 | 620 | 917 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrapur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Khuard | South | 1.96 km |
| Begunia | West | 2.02 km |
| Murga Pahari | North | 2.46 km |
| Kum Pada | North | 2.81 km |
| Sitaram Pur | North | 2.89 km |
| Joy Ghuntha | North | 3.09 km |
| Mura Khunta | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Dhoba Gobindapur | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Samnagar | East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purunapani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Purunapani. The nearest railway station is Lakshannath Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purunapani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purunapani
Where is Purunapani located?
Purunapani village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapani is Khuard.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 756033.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani has a total population of 3,078, including 1,504 males and 1,574 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
There are 658 households in Purunapani.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapani is 50.06%. Male literacy is 58.78% and female literacy is 41.74%.