Pupusandha - Nimapada, Puri
Pupusandha is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Renchsasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pupusandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pupusandha is 408878. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Pupusandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pupusandha
According to the 2011 Census, Pupusandha village had a total population of 826 people, including 422 males and 404 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.15%, with male literacy at 92.08% and female literacy at 82.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
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 | 826 | 422 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 152 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 349 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 73 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Pupusandha
Pupusandha 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 Pupusandha
Pupusandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Pupusandha is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Pupusandha is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pupusandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pupusandha 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 Pupusandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pupusandha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pupusandha
Where is Pupusandha located?
Pupusandha village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pupusandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pupusandha is Renchsasan.
What is the pincode of Pupusandha?
The pincode of Pupusandha is 752114.
What is the population of Pupusandha?
Pupusandha had a total population of 826, including 422 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Pupusandha?
Pupusandha had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pupusandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pupusandha was 87.15%. Male literacy was 92.08% and female literacy was 82.07%.