Purunapani - R.Udayagiri, Gajapati
Purunapani is a village situated in the R.Udayagiri tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from R.udaygiri and around 112 km from Paralakhemundi. Purunapani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 414043. The village covers a total geographical area of 392 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunapani
As per Census 2011, Purunapani village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 109 males and 141 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,293 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purunapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 109 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 109 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 65 | 115 |
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 facilities are available within >10 km of the Purunapani.
| 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 Digapahandi to Purunapani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Purunapani is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 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 R.Udayagiri Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunapani?
Purunapani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 761017.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani has a total population of 250, including 109 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
There are 63 households in Purunapani.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapani is 28.00%. Male literacy is 40.37% and female literacy is 18.44%.