Putukigrinjal - Bijepur, Bargarh
Putukigrinjal is a village situated in the Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijepur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Saipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Putukigrinjal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putukigrinjal is 380413. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 768032 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Putukigrinjal 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 Putukigrinjal
According to the 2011 Census, Putukigrinjal village had a total population of 850 people, including 441 males and 409 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.33%, with male literacy at 78.34% and female literacy at 55.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 301, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 353.
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 | 850 | 441 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 154 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 311 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 130 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Putukigrinjal
Putukigrinjal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Putuka | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Darlipali | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Kandumunda | East | 1.65 km |
| Uchabahal | South | 1.74 km |
| Barkani | East | 2.35 km |
| Beniachal | West | 2.50 km |
| Saipali | North | 3.01 km |
| Bhetiapadar | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Rangmatia | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Ganthiapali | East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Putukigrinjal
Putukigrinjal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpali to Putukigrinjal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Putukigrinjal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putukigrinjal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putukigrinjal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Putukigrinjal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putukigrinjal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Putukigrinjal
Where is Putukigrinjal located?
Putukigrinjal village is located in Bijepur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Putukigrinjal?
The Gram Panchayat of Putukigrinjal is Saipali.
What is the pincode of Putukigrinjal?
The pincode of Putukigrinjal is 768032.
What is the population of Putukigrinjal?
Putukigrinjal had a total population of 850, including 441 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Putukigrinjal?
Putukigrinjal had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Putukigrinjal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putukigrinjal was 67.33%. Male literacy was 78.34% and female literacy was 55.15%.