Purusottam Pur - Chandbali, Bhadrak
Purusottam Pur is a village situated in the Chandbali tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Chandabali and around 60 km from Bhadrak. Tentulidihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purusottam Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purusottam Pur is 395365. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 756133 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Purusottam Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandabali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purusottam Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Purusottam Pur village had a total population of 305 people, including 151 males and 154 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.79%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 93.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 137 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Purusottam Pur
Purusottam Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baulajoda | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Jaganathpur | East | 1.42 km |
| Purastampur | West | 1.57 km |
| Bhuinbruti | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Sanasingpur | North | 1.77 km |
| Mulakaema | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Rameswarpur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Palatpur | West | 2.50 km |
| Karandimal | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Deobil | South-West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purusottam Pur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Purusottam Pur. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Purusottam Pur is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Purusottam Pur 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 Purusottam Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purusottam Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Purusottam Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purusottam Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Purusottam Pur
Where is Purusottam Pur located?
Purusottam Pur village is located in Chandbali Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purusottam Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purusottam Pur is Tentulidihi.
What is the pincode of Purusottam Pur?
The pincode of Purusottam Pur is 756133.
What is the population of Purusottam Pur?
Purusottam Pur had a total population of 305, including 151 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Purusottam Pur?
Purusottam Pur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purusottam Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purusottam Pur was 96.79%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 93.71%.