Purunapani - Badasahi, Mayurbhanj
Purunapani is a village situated in the Badasahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Barsahi and around 44 km from Baripada. Deulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 390688. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 757026 pincode. Baripada 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 Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunapani
According to the 2011 Census, Purunapani village had a total population of 241 people, including 125 males and 116 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.50%, with male literacy at 66.00% and female literacy at 45.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 66 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 59 | 71 |
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
Purunapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Purunapani is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Purunapani is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purunapani
Where is Purunapani located?
Purunapani village is located in Badasahi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapani is Deulia.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 757026.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani had a total population of 241, including 125 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
Purunapani had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapani was 55.50%. Male literacy was 66.00% and female literacy was 45.00%.