Purunia - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Purunia is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jenapur and around 35 km from Jajapur . Madhapurgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunia is 401436. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 755023 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Purunia 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.
Nearby Villages of Purunia
Purunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamujori | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Thakura | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Mahul Tikar | South | 1.35 km |
| Ragadiposi | West | 1.59 km |
| Madhupur Pat | East | 1.65 km |
| Madhupur Gada | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Kaduabaulamal | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Gengutia | North | 1.95 km |
| Bhubanpur | South | 2.09 km |
| Mahisara | South | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purunia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Purunia. The nearest railway station is New Garh Madhopur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Purunia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Purunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purunia
Where is Purunia located?
Purunia village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunia is Madhapurgarh.
What is the pincode of Purunia?
The pincode of Purunia is 755023.