Puspalli - Khairput, Malkangiri
Puspalli is a village situated in the Khairput tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Orkel and around 88 km from Malkangiri . Podaghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puspalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puspalli is 430846. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Puspalli 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 Puspalli
According to the 2011 Census, Puspalli village had a total population of 2,094 people, including 1,081 males and 1,013 females, living in 492 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.24%, with male literacy at 61.80% and female literacy at 31.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,760.
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 | 2,094 | 1,081 | 1,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 225 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 143 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,760 | 910 | 850 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 529 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,314 | 552 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Puspalli
Puspalli 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 Puspalli
Public transport in the Puspalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Puspalli.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Puspalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Puspalli is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puspalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puspalli 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 Puspalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puspalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puspalli
Where is Puspalli located?
Puspalli village is located in Khairput Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puspalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Puspalli is Podaghat.
What is the pincode of Puspalli?
The pincode of Puspalli is 764051.
What is the population of Puspalli?
Puspalli had a total population of 2,094, including 1,081 males and 1,013 females.
How many households are there in Puspalli?
Puspalli had 492 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puspalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puspalli was 47.24%. Male literacy was 61.80% and female literacy was 31.57%.