Puradihi - Gopabandhunagar, Mayurbhanj
Puradihi is a village situated in the Gopabandhunagar tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Udala and around 45 km from Baripada. Jaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puradihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puradihi is 391083. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 757085 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Puradihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puradihi
As per Census 2011, Puradihi village has a total population of 573 people, consisting of 290 males and 283 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puradihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 573 | 290 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 189 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 101 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Puradihi
Puradihi 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 Puradihi
Puradihi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Puradihi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Puradihi is about 45 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 Puradihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puradihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Puradihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puradihi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puradihi
Where is Puradihi located?
Puradihi village is located in Gopabandhunagar Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puradihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Puradihi is Jaypur.
What is the pincode of Puradihi?
The pincode of Puradihi is 757085.
What is the population of Puradihi?
Puradihi has a total population of 573, including 290 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Puradihi?
There are 144 households in Puradihi.
What is the literacy rate in Puradihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puradihi is 58.99%. Male literacy is 65.17% and female literacy is 52.65%.