Purungu - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Purungu is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from Banigochha and around 94 km from Nayagarh . Kalasakhaman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purungu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purungu is 405759. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 752089 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Purungu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purungu
As per Census 2011, Purungu village has a total population of 41 people, consisting of 20 males and 21 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purungu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Purungu
Purungu 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 Purungu
Public transport in the Purungu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Purungu is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purungu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purungu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purungu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purungu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purungu
Where is Purungu located?
Purungu village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purungu?
The Gram Panchayat of Purungu is Kalasakhaman.
What is the pincode of Purungu?
The pincode of Purungu is 752089.
What is the population of Purungu?
Purungu has a total population of 41, including 20 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Purungu?
There are 13 households in Purungu.
What is the literacy rate in Purungu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purungu is 58.54%. Male literacy is 55.00% and female literacy is 61.90%.