Purunajhinti - Balianta, Khordha
Purunajhinti is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Balipatna and around 44 km from Khordha . Jhinti Sasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunajhinti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunajhinti is 407667. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Purunajhinti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunajhinti
As per Census 2011, Purunajhinti village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 171 males and 164 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purunajhinti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 171 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 127 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 130 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 41 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Purunajhinti
Purunajhinti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purunajhinti
Purunajhinti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhubaneswar to Purunajhinti is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Purunajhinti is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunajhinti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunajhinti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purunajhinti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunajhinti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purunajhinti
Where is Purunajhinti located?
Purunajhinti village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunajhinti?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunajhinti is Jhinti Sasan.
What is the pincode of Purunajhinti?
The pincode of Purunajhinti is 752102.
What is the population of Purunajhinti?
Purunajhinti has a total population of 335, including 171 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Purunajhinti?
There are 70 households in Purunajhinti.
What is the literacy rate in Purunajhinti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunajhinti is 62.69%. Male literacy is 76.02% and female literacy is 48.78%.