Purunia

Purunia is a village located in Baisinga tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Baisinga (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Purunia village is also a gram panchayat.

Purunia has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Purunia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purunia is 390332. The village spans a total geographical area of 665 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757028. Baleshwar is nearest town to Purunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Purunia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,585 2,301 2,284
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 657 338 319
Scheduled Castes (SC) 167 84 83
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,477 1,229 1,248
Literate Population 2,213 1,299 914
Illiterate Population 2,372 1,002 1,370

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

  • The total population of Purunia village is around 4,585, including approximately 2,301 males and 2,284 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 657 children aged 0–6 years in Purunia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purunia village has 167 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,477 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purunia village is about 48.27%, with male literacy at 56.45% and female literacy at 40.02%.
  • There are around 1,036 households in Purunia village.

Connectivity of Purunia

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

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

Nearby Villages of Purunia

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

Raghupur Purunapani Samil Kakharu Khunta Khadikapada Ambagadia Bamada Bachhuripada Mahulpatana Badgopalpur Astapura Kainphulia Khuntapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Purunia

Where is Purunia located?
Purunia village is situated in Baisinga Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunia?
Purunia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purunia?
The pincode of Purunia is 757028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purunia is 4,585, with 2,301 males and 2,284 females.
How many households are there in Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purunia village has a total of 1,036 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunia is 48.27%. The male literacy rate is 56.45%, while the female literacy rate is 40.02%.