Purunaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Purunaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pangam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunaguda is 430452. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Purunaguda 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 Purunaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Purunaguda village had a total population of 784 people, including 379 males and 405 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.53%, with male literacy at 40.49% and female literacy at 15.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 764.
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 | 784 | 379 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 764 | 368 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 115 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 264 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Purunaguda
Purunaguda 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 Purunaguda
Public transport in the Purunaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purunaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Malkangiri to Purunaguda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Purunaguda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purunaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purunaguda
Where is Purunaguda located?
Purunaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purunaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunaguda is Pangam.
What is the pincode of Purunaguda?
The pincode of Purunaguda is 764044.
What is the population of Purunaguda?
Purunaguda had a total population of 784, including 379 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Purunaguda?
Purunaguda had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunaguda was 27.53%. Male literacy was 40.49% and female literacy was 15.99%.