Purusottampur

Purusottampur is a village located in Basta tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Basta (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Purusottampur village is also a gram panchayat.

Purusottampur has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Purusottampur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purusottampur is 392314. The village spans a total geographical area of 104 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757055. Jaleswar is nearest town to Purusottampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Purusottampur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Purusottampur

Below is a concise population overview of Purusottampur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 657 332 325
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 77 37 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 268 129 139
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 45 21 24
Literate Population 501 274 227
Illiterate Population 156 58 98

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purusottampur village:

  • The total population of Purusottampur village is around 657, including approximately 332 males and 325 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Purusottampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purusottampur village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purusottampur village is about 76.26%, with male literacy at 82.53% and female literacy at 69.85%.
  • There are around 178 households in Purusottampur village.

Connectivity of Purusottampur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purusottampur. As per the 2011 stats, Purusottampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purusottampur

Knowing the nearby villages of Purusottampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purusottampur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purusottampur

Where is Purusottampur located?
Purusottampur village is situated in Basta Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purusottampur?
Purusottampur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purusottampur?
The pincode of Purusottampur is 757055, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purusottampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purusottampur is 657, with 332 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Purusottampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purusottampur village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purusottampur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purusottampur is 76.26%. The male literacy rate is 82.53%, while the female literacy rate is 69.85%.