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
As per Census 2011, Purusottam Pur village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 151 males and 154 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purusottam Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 305, including 151 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Purusottam Pur?
There are 46 households in Purusottam Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Purusottam Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purusottam Pur is 88.85%. Male literacy is 90.73% and female literacy is 87.01%.