Purunadeogan - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Purunadeogan is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunadeogan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunadeogan is 388831. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Purunadeogan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunadeogan
According to the 2011 Census, Purunadeogan village had a total population of 318 people, including 161 males and 157 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.37%, with male literacy at 81.12% and female literacy at 67.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 318 | 161 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 96 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 116 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 45 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Purunadeogan
Purunadeogan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Deogan | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Dari | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Tintia | East | 1.87 km |
| Jhatiali | South | 1.87 km |
| Kathakaranjia | North | 1.92 km |
| Mata | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Jarali | North | 3.01 km |
| Pichhuli | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Dumuria | South | 3.24 km |
| Deuli | North-West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purunadeogan
Public transport in the Purunadeogan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 km.
| 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 Karanjia to Purunadeogan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Purunadeogan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purunadeogan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunadeogan 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 Purunadeogan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunadeogan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purunadeogan
Where is Purunadeogan located?
Purunadeogan village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunadeogan?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunadeogan is Dori.
What is the pincode of Purunadeogan?
The pincode of Purunadeogan is 757036.
What is the population of Purunadeogan?
Purunadeogan had a total population of 318, including 161 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Purunadeogan?
Purunadeogan had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunadeogan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunadeogan was 74.37%. Male literacy was 81.12% and female literacy was 67.16%.