Purunakatak
About Purunakatak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purunakatak village is 418612. Purunakatak village is located in Puruna Katak tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Puruna Katak (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Purunakatak village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 235 hectares. Purunakatak has a total population of 2,528 peoples, out of which male population is 1,234 while female population is 1,294. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1048 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purunakatak village is 78.96% out of which 85.41% males and 72.80% females are literate. There are about 603 houses in purunakatak village. Pincode of purunakatak village locality is 762013.
When it comes to administration, Purunakatak village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purunakatak village comes under Boudh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Baudhgarh is nearest town to purunakatak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Purunakatak
The population details of Purunakatak cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,528 | 1,234 | 1,294 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 254 | 117 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 607 | 273 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,996 | 1,054 | 942 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 180 | 352 |
Connectivity of Purunakatak
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purunakatak
Where is Purunakatak located?
Purunakatak village is situated in Puruna Katak Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunakatak?
Purunakatak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purunakatak?
The pincode of Purunakatak is 762013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purunakatak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purunakatak is 2,528, with 1,234 males and 1,294 females.
How many households are there in Purunakatak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purunakatak village has a total of 603 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunakatak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunakatak is 78.96%. The male literacy rate is 85.41%, while the female literacy rate is 72.80%.