Purusottampur - Salipur, Cuttack
Purusottampur is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Salepur and around 31 km from Cuttack. Satyabhamapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purusottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purusottampur is 399707. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 754200 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purusottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purusottampur village had a total population of 1,254 people, including 644 males and 610 females, living in 337 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.01%, with male literacy at 93.84% and female literacy at 79.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,254 | 644 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 160 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 548 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 96 | 160 |
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
Purusottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Purusottampur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Purusottampur is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purusottampur
Where is Purusottampur located?
Purusottampur village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purusottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purusottampur is Satyabhamapur.
What is the pincode of Purusottampur?
The pincode of Purusottampur is 754200.
What is the population of Purusottampur?
Purusottampur had a total population of 1,254, including 644 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Purusottampur?
Purusottampur had 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purusottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purusottampur was 87.01%. Male literacy was 93.84% and female literacy was 79.93%.