Purunagopalapur - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Purunagopalapur is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from Kanpur and around 107 km from Cuttack. Padamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunagopalapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunagopalapur is 398671. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 754037 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Purunagopalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunagopalapur
According to the 2011 Census, Purunagopalapur village had a total population of 129 people, including 68 males and 61 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.34%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 70.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Purunagopalapur
Purunagopalapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purunagopalapur
Public transport in the Purunagopalapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Purunagopalapur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Purunagopalapur is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunagopalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunagopalapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purunagopalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunagopalapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purunagopalapur
Where is Purunagopalapur located?
Purunagopalapur village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunagopalapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunagopalapur is Padamal.
What is the pincode of Purunagopalapur?
The pincode of Purunagopalapur is 754037.
What is the population of Purunagopalapur?
Purunagopalapur had a total population of 129, including 68 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Purunagopalapur?
Purunagopalapur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunagopalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunagopalapur was 80.34%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 70.18%.