Puripada - Derabish, Kendrapara
Puripada is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Palei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puripada is 396692. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 754208 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Puripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puripada
According to the 2011 Census, Puripada village had a total population of 311 people, including 157 males and 154 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.64%, with male literacy at 96.48% and female literacy at 90.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 311 | 157 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 20 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Puripada
Puripada 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 Puripada
Puripada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Puripada is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Puripada is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puripada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puripada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puripada
Where is Puripada located?
Puripada village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Puripada is Palei.
What is the pincode of Puripada?
The pincode of Puripada is 754208.
What is the population of Puripada?
Puripada had a total population of 311, including 157 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Puripada?
Puripada had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puripada was 93.64%. Male literacy was 96.48% and female literacy was 90.78%.