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
As per Census 2011, Purunaguda village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 379 males and 405 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 764 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purunaguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 784, including 379 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Purunaguda?
There are 175 households in Purunaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Purunaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunaguda is 21.17%. Male literacy is 30.34% and female literacy is 12.59%.