Purunapani - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Purunapani is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dudhiani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 388892. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purunapani 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 Purunapani
According to the 2011 Census, Purunapani village had a total population of 714 people, including 330 males and 384 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.41%, with male literacy at 69.00% and female literacy at 46.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 556.
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 | 714 | 330 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 250 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 187 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 143 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Purunapani
Purunapani 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 Purunapani
Purunapani 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 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 Purunapani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Purunapani is about 118 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 Purunapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purunapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purunapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purunapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purunapani
Where is Purunapani located?
Purunapani village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapani is Dudhiani.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 757036.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani had a total population of 714, including 330 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
Purunapani had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapani was 56.41%. Male literacy was 69.00% and female literacy was 46.06%.