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.

Here you can discover what makes Purumunda unique in its vibrant Pandapara-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Purumunda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Purumunda

According to the 2011 Census, Purumunda has a total population of about 1,889, with approximately 962 males and 927 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 347 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,330. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.23%, with male literacy at about 66.63% and female literacy near 47.46%. There are around 410 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purumunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.