Purumunda
Purumunda is a village located in Pandapara tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Pandapara (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Purumunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Purumunda has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Purumunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purumunda is 386527. The village spans a total geographical area of 689 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758014. Kendujhar is nearest town to Purumunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Purumunda
Population of Purumunda
Below is a concise population overview of Purumunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,889 | 962 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 134 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 173 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,330 | 676 | 654 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 641 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 321 | 487 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purumunda village:
- The total population of Purumunda village is around 1,889, including approximately 962 males and 927 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 238 children aged 0–6 years in Purumunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purumunda village has 347 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,330 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purumunda village is about 57.23%, with male literacy at 66.63% and female literacy at 47.46%.
- There are around 410 households in Purumunda village.
Connectivity of Purumunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purumunda. As per the 2011 stats, Purumunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purumunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Purumunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purumunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purumunda
- Where is Purumunda located?
- Purumunda village is situated in Pandapara Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purumunda?
- Purumunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purumunda?
- The pincode of Purumunda is 758014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purumunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purumunda is 1,889, with 962 males and 927 females.
- How many households are there in Purumunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purumunda village has a total of 410 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purumunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purumunda is 57.23%. The male literacy rate is 66.63%, while the female literacy rate is 47.46%.