Purulubandha - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Purulubandha is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 86 km from Paparmetla and around 85 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purulubandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purulubandha is 430690. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Purulubandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purulubandha
According to the 2011 Census, Purulubandha village had a total population of 160 people, including 82 males and 78 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.21%, with male literacy at 46.67% and female literacy at 8.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 28 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 54 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Purulubandha
Purulubandha 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 Purulubandha
Public transport in the Purulubandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Purulubandha is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Purulubandha is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purulubandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purulubandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purulubandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purulubandha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purulubandha
Where is Purulubandha located?
Purulubandha village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purulubandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Purulubandha is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Purulubandha?
The pincode of Purulubandha is 764051.
What is the population of Purulubandha?
Purulubandha had a total population of 160, including 82 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Purulubandha?
Purulubandha had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purulubandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purulubandha was 28.21%. Male literacy was 46.67% and female literacy was 8.77%.