Peruju - Surada, Ganjam
Peruju is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Genja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peruju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peruju is 410826. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Peruju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peruju
As per Census 2011, Peruju village has a total population of 1,154 people, consisting of 585 males and 569 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 779 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 460 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peruju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,154 | 585 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 84 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 229 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 211 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 374 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Peruju
Peruju 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaithapalli | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Gunduribadi | South | 2.12 km |
| Genja | East | 2.33 km |
| Ganjana | West | 2.45 km |
| Sandhigada | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Sikripadar | North | 2.79 km |
| Murgapalli | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Maniakati | South | 3.39 km |
| Rumapalli | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Kakarabadi | North-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peruju
Peruju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| 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 Surada to Peruju is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Peruju is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peruju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peruju 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 Peruju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peruju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Peruju
Where is Peruju located?
Peruju village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peruju?
The Gram Panchayat of Peruju is Genja.
What is the pincode of Peruju?
The pincode of Peruju is 761108.
What is the population of Peruju?
Peruju has a total population of 1,154, including 585 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Peruju?
There are 281 households in Peruju.
What is the literacy rate in Peruju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peruju is 32.50%. Male literacy is 36.07% and female literacy is 28.82%.