Purastampur - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Purastampur is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Ranania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purastampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purastampur is 394542. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purastampur
As per Census 2011, Purastampur village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 144 males and 129 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purastampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 144 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 122 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 22 | 28 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akulikana | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Uttargadia | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Radho | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Kurikana | North | 1.48 km |
| Rahanian | South | 1.55 km |
| Nentipur | North | 1.93 km |
| Surubana | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Belagadia | East | 2.12 km |
| Keshpur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Khadisinga | West | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purastampur
Purastampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manjuri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Purastampur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Purastampur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purastampur
Where is Purastampur located?
Purastampur village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purastampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purastampur is Ranania.
What is the pincode of Purastampur?
The pincode of Purastampur is 756120.
What is the population of Purastampur?
Purastampur has a total population of 273, including 144 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Purastampur?
There are 62 households in Purastampur.
What is the literacy rate in Purastampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purastampur is 81.68%. Male literacy is 84.72% and female literacy is 78.29%.