Purunapani - Barkot, Deogarh
Purunapani is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Barkot and around 45 km from Debagarh. Raitabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 382830. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Purunapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunapani
According to the 2011 Census, Purunapani village had a total population of 380 people, including 189 males and 191 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 84.34% and female literacy at 67.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 380 | 189 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 140 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 49 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Purunapani
Purunapani 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 Purunapani
Public transport in the Purunapani is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Debagarh to Purunapani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purunapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunapani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purunapani
Where is Purunapani located?
Purunapani village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapani is Raitabahal.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 768110.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani had a total population of 380, including 189 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
Purunapani had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapani was 75.59%. Male literacy was 84.34% and female literacy was 67.24%.