Purunapani - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Purunapani is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Nuaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 430646. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purunapani 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 Purunapani
According to the 2011 Census, Purunapani village had a total population of 197 people, including 96 males and 101 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.42%, with male literacy at 48.05% and female literacy at 6.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 197 | 96 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 95 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 37 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 59 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Purunapani
Purunapani 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 Purunapani
Purunapani 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 >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 Purunapani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Purunapani is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunapani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purunapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purunapani
Where is Purunapani located?
Purunapani village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapani is Nuaguda.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 764052.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani had a total population of 197, including 96 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
Purunapani had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapani was 26.42%. Male literacy was 48.05% and female literacy was 6.10%.