Purikhunta
About Purikhunta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purikhunta village is 390750. Purikhunta village is located in Barsahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Barsahi (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Chandanpur is the gram panchayat of Purikhunta village.
The total geographical area of village is 139 hectares. Purikhunta has a total population of 448 peoples, out of which male population is 220 while female population is 228. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1036 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purikhunta village is 58.71% out of which 70.91% males and 46.93% females are literate. There are about 91 houses in purikhunta village. Pincode of purikhunta village locality is 757017.
When it comes to administration, Purikhunta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purikhunta village comes under Badasahi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balasore Lok Sabha constituency. Baripada is nearest town to purikhunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Purikhunta
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 220 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 156 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 64 | 121 |
Connectivity of Purikhunta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purikhunta
Where is Purikhunta located?
Purikhunta village is situated in Barsahi Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purikhunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Purikhunta is Chandanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purikhunta?
The pincode of Purikhunta is 757017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purikhunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purikhunta is 448, with 220 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Purikhunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purikhunta village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purikhunta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purikhunta is 58.71%. The male literacy rate is 70.91%, while the female literacy rate is 46.93%.