Puijuri - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Puijuri is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puijuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puijuri is 416509. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Puijuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puijuri
As per Census 2011, Puijuri village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 66 males and 77 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puijuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 17 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 49 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Puijuri
Puijuri 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 Puijuri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Puijuri.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Puijuri is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Puijuri is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puijuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puijuri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puijuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puijuri 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 Puijuri
Where is Puijuri located?
Puijuri village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puijuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Puijuri is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Puijuri?
The pincode of Puijuri is 762110.
What is the population of Puijuri?
Puijuri has a total population of 143, including 66 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Puijuri?
There are 38 households in Puijuri.
What is the literacy rate in Puijuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puijuri is 15.38%. Male literacy is 25.76% and female literacy is 6.49%.