Purunasatanga - Niali, Cuttack
Purunasatanga is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Krushnaprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunasatanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunasatanga is 400372. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 752120 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Purunasatanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunasatanga
According to the 2011 Census, Purunasatanga village had a total population of 196 people, including 86 males and 110 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,279 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.09%, with male literacy at 88.61% and female literacy at 80.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 196 | 86 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 16 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Purunasatanga
Purunasatanga 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 Purunasatanga
Public transport in the Purunasatanga 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 Cuttack to Purunasatanga is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunasatanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunasatanga 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 Purunasatanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunasatanga 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purunasatanga
Where is Purunasatanga located?
Purunasatanga village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunasatanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunasatanga is Krushnaprasad.
What is the pincode of Purunasatanga?
The pincode of Purunasatanga is 752120.
What is the population of Purunasatanga?
Purunasatanga had a total population of 196, including 86 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Purunasatanga?
Purunasatanga had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunasatanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunasatanga was 84.09%. Male literacy was 88.61% and female literacy was 80.41%.