Purunatigiria - Tigiria, Cuttack
Purunatigiria is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Puruna-tigiria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunatigiria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunatigiria is 399003. The village covers a total geographical area of 414 hectares and falls under the 754030 pincode. Athagad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Purunatigiria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunatigiria
As per Census 2011, Purunatigiria village has a total population of 3,578 people, consisting of 1,806 males and 1,772 females. The village has 813 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,753 literate and 825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purunatigiria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,578 | 1,806 | 1,772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 185 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 153 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,753 | 1,515 | 1,238 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 291 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Purunatigiria
Purunatigiria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paikianara | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Bishnupur | South | 1.83 km |
| Kumbhiput | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Chasaanara | East | 2.27 km |
| Mahuldhipa | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Baneswarpada | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Badanauput | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Nizigarh | North | 2.73 km |
| Bandalo | South | 2.85 km |
| Tentulia | South-East | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purunatigiria
Purunatigiria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Joranda Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| 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 Athagad to Purunatigiria is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Purunatigiria is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunatigiria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunatigiria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purunatigiria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunatigiria 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purunatigiria
Where is Purunatigiria located?
Purunatigiria village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunatigiria?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunatigiria is Puruna-tigiria.
What is the pincode of Purunatigiria?
The pincode of Purunatigiria is 754030.
What is the population of Purunatigiria?
Purunatigiria has a total population of 3,578, including 1,806 males and 1,772 females.
How many households are there in Purunatigiria?
There are 813 households in Purunatigiria.
What is the literacy rate in Purunatigiria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunatigiria is 76.94%. Male literacy is 83.89% and female literacy is 69.86%.