Purunapani - Kudumuluguma, Malkangiri
Purunapani is a village situated in the Kudumuluguma tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from Chitrakonda and around 66 km from Malkangiri . Nakamamudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 430596. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 34 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 23 people, including 10 males and 13 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
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
Public transport in the Purunapani 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 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Purunapani is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purunapani
Where is Purunapani located?
Purunapani village is located in Kudumuluguma Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapani is Nakamamudi.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 764052.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani had a total population of 23, including 10 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
Purunapani had 5 households.