Purana - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Purana is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Alabol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana is 398262. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Purana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purana
As per Census 2011, Purana village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 196 males and 189 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 196 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 10 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 175 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 21 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Purana
Purana 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 Purana
Purana 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 Jagatsinghapur to Purana is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purana
Where is Purana located?
Purana village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Alabol.
What is the pincode of Purana?
The pincode of Purana is 754108.
What is the population of Purana?
Purana has a total population of 385, including 196 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Purana?
There are 93 households in Purana.
What is the literacy rate in Purana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purana is 81.30%. Male literacy is 89.29% and female literacy is 73.02%.