Furusipada - Kakatpur, Puri
Furusipada is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Jaleswarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Furusipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Furusipada is 409163. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Furusipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Furusipada
As per Census 2011, Furusipada village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 123 males and 112 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Furusipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 123 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 105 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 18 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Furusipada
Furusipada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagal | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Runkei | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Kajalpatia | West | 0.94 km |
| Kansilo | South | 1.05 km |
| Aingol | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Badakusti | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Jaleswarpada | East | 1.50 km |
| Murudabada | West | 1.82 km |
| Chheliberuhan | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Muruda | North-West | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Furusipada
Furusipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Konark to Furusipada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Furusipada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Furusipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Furusipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Furusipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Furusipada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Furusipada
Where is Furusipada located?
Furusipada village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Furusipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Furusipada is Jaleswarpada.
What is the pincode of Furusipada?
The pincode of Furusipada is 752118.
What is the population of Furusipada?
Furusipada has a total population of 235, including 123 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Furusipada?
There are 52 households in Furusipada.
What is the literacy rate in Furusipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Furusipada is 77.87%. Male literacy is 85.37% and female literacy is 69.64%.