Purunia

Purunia is a village located in Turumunga tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Turumunga (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Kantipada is the gram panchayat of Purunia village.

Purunia 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 Purunia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purunia is 385756. The village spans a total geographical area of 110 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758017. Kendujhar is nearest town to Purunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Purunia

Below is a concise population overview of Purunia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 397 184 213
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 63 33 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 44 20 24
Literate Population 210 108 102
Illiterate Population 187 76 111

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purunia village:

  • The total population of Purunia village is around 397, including approximately 184 males and 213 females, with a sex ratio of 1157 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Purunia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purunia village has 44 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purunia village is about 52.90%, with male literacy at 58.70% and female literacy at 47.89%.
  • There are around 94 households in Purunia village.

Connectivity of Purunia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purunia. As per the 2011 stats, Purunia 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 village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purunia

Knowing the nearby villages of Purunia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purunia.

Padmapur Kantiapada Talapada Patadhanurjayapur Jamunalia Bananipasi Janheipasi Bhogapasi Manpur Denua Kochilapada

Frequently Asked Questions about Purunia

Where is Purunia located?
Purunia village is situated in Turumunga Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunia is Kantipada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purunia?
The pincode of Purunia is 758017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purunia is 397, with 184 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purunia village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunia is 52.90%. The male literacy rate is 58.70%, while the female literacy rate is 47.89%.