Purusottampur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Purusottampur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Iswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purusottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purusottampur is 395835. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Purusottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purusottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purusottampur village had a total population of 173 people, including 96 males and 77 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 802 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.99%, with male literacy at 98.77% and female literacy at 97.06%.
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 | 173 | 96 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Purusottampur
Purusottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junus Nagar | West | 0.94 km |
| Bagapatia(uttar) | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Ajagar Patia | North | 1.14 km |
| Adabhutia | South | 1.26 km |
| Arjunpur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Balunga Patia | North | 1.66 km |
| Sribantapur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Chakamanpur | West | 2.36 km |
| Banabiharipur | South | 2.75 km |
| Rajbijaya Nagar | North-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purusottampur
Public transport in the Purusottampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Purusottampur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Purusottampur is about 66 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 Purusottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purusottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purusottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purusottampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purusottampur
Where is Purusottampur located?
Purusottampur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purusottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purusottampur is Iswarpur.
What is the pincode of Purusottampur?
The pincode of Purusottampur is 754248.
What is the population of Purusottampur?
Purusottampur had a total population of 173, including 96 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Purusottampur?
Purusottampur had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purusottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purusottampur was 97.99%. Male literacy was 98.77% and female literacy was 97.06%.