Purana - Biridi, Jagatsinghapur
Purana is a village situated in the Biridi tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biridi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Puran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana is 398097. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 754102 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Tirtol 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 2,146 people, consisting of 1,106 males and 1,040 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,636 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 976 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,146 | 1,106 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 103 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 976 | 504 | 472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 915 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 191 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Purana
Purana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chasikhanda | North | 1.41 km |
| Kamalpur | East | 1.54 km |
| Baredia | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Gelapur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Basandara | West | 1.94 km |
| Dihasahibiri | South | 2.13 km |
| Bambilo | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Balapur | South | 2.43 km |
| Ukundara | West | 2.53 km |
| Bagalpur | East | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purana
Purana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badakhandita, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Purana is about 20 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Biridi Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Puran.
What is the pincode of Purana?
The pincode of Purana is 754102.
What is the population of Purana?
Purana has a total population of 2,146, including 1,106 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Purana?
There are 536 households in Purana.
What is the literacy rate in Purana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purana is 76.23%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 69.33%.