Purunaguma - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Purunaguma is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Karlapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunaguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunaguma is 424280. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purunaguma 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 Purunaguma
According to the 2011 Census, Purunaguma village had a total population of 180 people, including 94 males and 86 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.55%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 53.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 180 | 94 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 61 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 33 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Purunaguma
Purunaguma 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 Purunaguma
Purunaguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Purunaguma is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Purunaguma is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunaguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunaguma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purunaguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunaguma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purunaguma
Where is Purunaguma located?
Purunaguma village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunaguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunaguma is Karlapat.
What is the pincode of Purunaguma?
The pincode of Purunaguma is 766037.
What is the population of Purunaguma?
Purunaguma had a total population of 180, including 94 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Purunaguma?
Purunaguma had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunaguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunaguma was 67.55%. Male literacy was 81.33% and female literacy was 53.95%.