Purusottompur - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Purusottompur is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Naikanidihi and around 60 km from Bhadrak. Balimed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purusottompur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purusottompur is 395012. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Purusottompur 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 Purusottompur
According to the 2011 Census, Purusottompur village had a total population of 730 people, including 370 males and 360 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.74%, with male literacy at 95.16% and female literacy at 80.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 730 | 370 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 295 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 75 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Purusottompur
Purusottompur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panpur | North | 1.49 km |
| Lakshmiprasad | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Charibatia | South | 1.65 km |
| Rajgharpokhari | East | 1.73 km |
| Balimed | West | 2.26 km |
| Apartipur | North | 2.44 km |
| Bayalisbindha | North | 2.51 km |
| Gopaldohara | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Ramabindha | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Kalidaspur | South | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purusottompur
Purusottompur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 103.3 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 Purusottompur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Purusottompur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purusottompur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purusottompur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purusottompur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purusottompur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purusottompur
Where is Purusottompur located?
Purusottompur village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purusottompur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purusottompur is Balimed.
What is the pincode of Purusottompur?
The pincode of Purusottompur is 756164.
What is the population of Purusottompur?
Purusottompur had a total population of 730, including 370 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Purusottompur?
Purusottompur had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purusottompur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purusottompur was 87.74%. Male literacy was 95.16% and female literacy was 80.50%.