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
According to the 2011 Census, Purungu village had a total population of 41 people, including 20 males and 21 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 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 had a total population of 41, including 20 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Purungu?
Purungu had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purungu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purungu was 75.00%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 68.42%.