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
According to the 2011 Census, Puradihi village had a total population of 573 people, including 290 males and 283 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.40%, with male literacy at 73.54% and female literacy at 59.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 359, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 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 had a total population of 573, including 290 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Puradihi?
Puradihi had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puradihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puradihi was 66.40%. Male literacy was 73.54% and female literacy was 59.13%.