Purunaguma

Purunaguma is a village located in Orkel tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Orkel (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Kudumulugumma is the gram panchayat of Purunaguma village.

Purunaguma has its own place in the vibrant Malkangiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Purunaguma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purunaguma is 430884. The village spans a total geographical area of 370 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764043. Malkangiri is nearest town to Purunaguma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.

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Population of Purunaguma

Below is a concise population overview of Purunaguma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 626 171 455
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 28 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 106 27 79
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 455 118 337
Literate Population 406 95 311
Illiterate Population 220 76 144

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purunaguma village:

  • The total population of Purunaguma village is around 626, including approximately 171 males and 455 females, with a sex ratio of 2660 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Purunaguma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purunaguma village has 106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 455 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purunaguma village is about 64.86%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 68.35%.
  • There are around 99 households in Purunaguma village.

Connectivity of Purunaguma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purunaguma. As per the 2011 stats, Purunaguma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purunaguma

Knowing the nearby villages of Purunaguma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purunaguma.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purunaguma

Where is Purunaguma located?
Purunaguma village is situated in Orkel Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunaguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunaguma is Kudumulugumma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purunaguma?
The pincode of Purunaguma is 764043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purunaguma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purunaguma is 626, with 171 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Purunaguma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purunaguma village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunaguma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunaguma is 64.86%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 68.35%.