Purusotampur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Purusotampur is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Tandikula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purusotampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purusotampur is 398214. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 754106 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Purusotampur 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 Purusotampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purusotampur village had a total population of 224 people, including 118 males and 106 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.75%, with male literacy at 96.94% and female literacy at 90.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Purusotampur
Purusotampur 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 Purusotampur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Purusotampur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purusotampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Purusotampur is about 23 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 Purusotampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purusotampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purusotampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purusotampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purusotampur
Where is Purusotampur located?
Purusotampur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purusotampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purusotampur is Tandikula.
What is the pincode of Purusotampur?
The pincode of Purusotampur is 754106.
What is the population of Purusotampur?
Purusotampur had a total population of 224, including 118 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Purusotampur?
Purusotampur had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purusotampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purusotampur was 93.75%. Male literacy was 96.94% and female literacy was 90.43%.