Purushottampur - Salipur, Cuttack
Purushottampur is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Jagatpur and around 53 km from Cuttack. Sisua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purushottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushottampur is 400016. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 754200 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Purushottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purushottampur
As per Census 2011, Purushottampur village has a total population of 633 people, consisting of 321 males and 312 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purushottampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 321 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 160 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 262 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 59 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Purushottampur
Purushottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karimabad | North | 0.79 km |
| Balabhadrapur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Naiguan | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Basudeipur | North | 1.25 km |
| Sapanpur | South | 1.33 km |
| Jahangirabad | West | 1.37 km |
| Ballabhapur | East | 1.54 km |
| Sisua | South | 1.80 km |
| Bahabalpur | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Mahana | North | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purushottampur
Purushottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kapilas Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Purushottampur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Purushottampur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purushottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purushottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purushottampur
Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Sisua.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 754200.
What is the population of Purushottampur?
Purushottampur has a total population of 633, including 321 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur?
There are 139 households in Purushottampur.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottampur is 77.09%. Male literacy is 81.62% and female literacy is 72.44%.