Purunabaulamal - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Purunabaulamal is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Jenapur and around 60 km from Jajapur . Puranaboulamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunabaulamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunabaulamal is 401431. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 755023 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purunabaulamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunabaulamal
As per Census 2011, Purunabaulamal village has a total population of 707 people, consisting of 351 males and 356 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 611 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purunabaulamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 351 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 611 | 304 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 216 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 135 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Purunabaulamal
Purunabaulamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lunibara | South-West | 0.77 km |
| Sukutijhar | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Nalubati | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Chaka Telipokhari | North | 1.66 km |
| Baraman | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Ragadiposi | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Kaduabaulamal | East | 2.35 km |
| Telipokhari | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Barda | South | 2.76 km |
| Anlatikara | North-East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purunabaulamal
Purunabaulamal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is New Garh Madhopur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Purunabaulamal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Purunabaulamal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunabaulamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunabaulamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purunabaulamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunabaulamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purunabaulamal
Where is Purunabaulamal located?
Purunabaulamal village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunabaulamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunabaulamal is Puranaboulamal.
What is the pincode of Purunabaulamal?
The pincode of Purunabaulamal is 755023.
What is the population of Purunabaulamal?
Purunabaulamal has a total population of 707, including 351 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Purunabaulamal?
There are 145 households in Purunabaulamal.
What is the literacy rate in Purunabaulamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunabaulamal is 44.98%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 28.65%.