Puani - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Puani is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Jharpokharia and around 34 km from Baripada. Jharpokharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puani is 387936. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 757086 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Puani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puani
As per Census 2011, Puani village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 201 males and 194 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 201 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 145 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 56 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Puani
Puani 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 Puani
Puani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Puani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Puani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Puani is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Puani
Where is Puani located?
Puani village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puani?
The Gram Panchayat of Puani is Jharpokharia.
What is the pincode of Puani?
The pincode of Puani is 757086.
What is the population of Puani?
Puani has a total population of 395, including 201 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Puani?
There are 99 households in Puani.
What is the literacy rate in Puani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puani is 65.32%. Male literacy is 72.14% and female literacy is 58.25%.