Pinpur Village - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Pinpur is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Utarkul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pinpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinpur is 399995. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 754134 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Pinpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cuttack sadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pinpur
As per Census 2011, Pinpur village has a total population of 936 people, consisting of 485 males and 451 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pinpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 936 | 485 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 370 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 115 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Pinpur
Pinpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahaspur | North | 1.00 km |
| Safipur | West | 1.01 km |
| Tarpur | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Muguria | East | 1.36 km |
| Dulupur | North | 2.05 km |
| Barimula | West | 2.09 km |
| Uttarkul | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Gokulpur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Biribandha | East | 2.31 km |
| Mehendipur | North-East | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pinpur
Public transport in the Pinpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 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 Cuttack to Pinpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pinpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pinpur
Where is Pinpur located?
Pinpur village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pinpur is Utarkul.
What is the pincode of Pinpur?
The pincode of Pinpur is 754134.
What is the population of Pinpur?
Pinpur has a total population of 936, including 485 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Pinpur?
There are 253 households in Pinpur.
What is the literacy rate in Pinpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinpur is 73.61%. Male literacy is 76.29% and female literacy is 70.73%.