Purnapani - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Purnapani is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purnapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnapani is 423069. The village falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Purnapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purnapani
As per Census 2011, Purnapani village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 67 males and 66 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purnapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 50 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Purnapani
Purnapani 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 Purnapani
Purnapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Purnapani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Purnapani is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purnapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnapani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purnapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnapani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purnapani
Where is Purnapani located?
Purnapani village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnapani is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Purnapani?
The pincode of Purnapani is 766027.
What is the population of Purnapani?
Purnapani has a total population of 133, including 67 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Purnapani?
There are 34 households in Purnapani.
What is the literacy rate in Purnapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnapani is 15.79%. Male literacy is 25.37% and female literacy is 6.06%.