Purastampur - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Purastampur is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Naikanidihi and around 62 km from Bhadrak. Karanjadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purastampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purastampur is 395060. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Purastampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purastampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purastampur village had a total population of 1,464 people, including 742 males and 722 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.29%, with male literacy at 89.21% and female literacy at 70.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260.
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 | 1,464 | 742 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 93 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 579 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 163 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Purastampur
Purastampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahimpur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Gachhoria | South | 1.62 km |
| Balarampur | East | 1.69 km |
| Naikanidihi | North | 1.76 km |
| Sendhagara | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Lalitadeipur | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Guhaldihi | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Andola | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Kaliapata | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Rajagurupur | South-West | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purastampur
Public transport in the Purastampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.1 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 Basudebpur to Purastampur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Purastampur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purastampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purastampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purastampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purastampur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purastampur
Where is Purastampur located?
Purastampur village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purastampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purastampur is Karanjadia.
What is the pincode of Purastampur?
The pincode of Purastampur is 756164.
What is the population of Purastampur?
Purastampur had a total population of 1,464, including 742 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Purastampur?
Purastampur had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purastampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purastampur was 80.29%. Male literacy was 89.21% and female literacy was 70.77%.