Purunapani - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Purunapani is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Khandbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapani is 389001. The village covers a total geographical area of 521 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 28 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
As per Census 2011, Purunapani village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 412 males and 440 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 424 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purunapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 412 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 53 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 208 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 222 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 190 | 271 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Purunapani 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purunapani
Where is Purunapani located?
Purunapani village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapani is Khandbandh.
What is the pincode of Purunapani?
The pincode of Purunapani is 757038.
What is the population of Purunapani?
Purunapani has a total population of 852, including 412 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Purunapani?
There are 215 households in Purunapani.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapani is 45.89%. Male literacy is 53.88% and female literacy is 38.41%.