Purna - Bijepur, Bargarh
Purna is a village situated in the Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijepur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jaring serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purna is 380323. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 768032 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Purna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purna
As per Census 2011, Purna village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 519 males and 484 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 519 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 59 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 246 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 378 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 141 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Purna
Purna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manoharpali | West | 1.33 km |
| Manpur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Jaring | South | 1.69 km |
| Samlaipadar | West | 2.68 km |
| Gandapali | West | 2.77 km |
| Badipali | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Sarandapali | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Bandhpali | East | 3.00 km |
| Lemdhar | South | 3.09 km |
| Katapali | North | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purna
Purna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bargarh to Purna is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purna
Where is Purna located?
Purna village is located in Bijepur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purna?
The Gram Panchayat of Purna is Jaring.
What is the pincode of Purna?
The pincode of Purna is 768032.
What is the population of Purna?
Purna has a total population of 1,003, including 519 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Purna?
There are 279 households in Purna.
What is the literacy rate in Purna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purna is 65.80%. Male literacy is 72.83% and female literacy is 58.26%.