Purusottampur - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Purusottampur is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 78 km from Narasinghpur and around 128 km from Cuttack. Kathakhunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purusottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purusottampur is 398492. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Purusottampur 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 Purusottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purusottampur village had a total population of 1,105 people, including 584 males and 521 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.64%, with male literacy at 78.33% and female literacy at 66.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 567, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 1,105 | 584 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 301 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 412 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 172 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Purusottampur
Purusottampur 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 Purusottampur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Purusottampur.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Purusottampur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Purusottampur is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purusottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purusottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purusottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purusottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purusottampur
Where is Purusottampur located?
Purusottampur village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purusottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purusottampur is Kathakhunta.
What is the pincode of Purusottampur?
The pincode of Purusottampur is 754032.
What is the population of Purusottampur?
Purusottampur had a total population of 1,105, including 584 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Purusottampur?
Purusottampur had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purusottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purusottampur was 72.64%. Male literacy was 78.33% and female literacy was 66.24%.