Puruso Tamapur - Marsaghai, Kendrapara
Puruso Tamapur is a village situated in the Marsaghai tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marsaghai and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Patalipanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puruso Tamapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puruso Tamapur is 396899. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 754212 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Puruso Tamapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puruso Tamapur
As per Census 2011, Puruso Tamapur village has a total population of 1,387 people, consisting of 736 males and 651 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,121 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puruso Tamapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,387 | 736 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 79 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 143 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,121 | 624 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 112 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Puruso Tamapur
Puruso Tamapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dara Bachha | West | 1.08 km |
| Juna | South | 1.11 km |
| Silipur | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Kan Pur | East | 1.80 km |
| Kusun Pur | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Manikunda | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Tulasi Pur | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Bara Tunga | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Dumuka | East | 2.68 km |
| Kuanrpal | South | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puruso Tamapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Puruso Tamapur. The nearest railway station is Rahama, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Puruso Tamapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Puruso Tamapur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puruso Tamapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puruso Tamapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Puruso Tamapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puruso Tamapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Puruso Tamapur
Where is Puruso Tamapur located?
Puruso Tamapur village is located in Marsaghai Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puruso Tamapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Puruso Tamapur is Patalipanka.
What is the pincode of Puruso Tamapur?
The pincode of Puruso Tamapur is 754212.
What is the population of Puruso Tamapur?
Puruso Tamapur has a total population of 1,387, including 736 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Puruso Tamapur?
There are 312 households in Puruso Tamapur.
What is the literacy rate in Puruso Tamapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puruso Tamapur is 80.82%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 76.34%.