Srimukha - Nimapada, Puri
Srimukha is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srimukha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srimukha is 408931. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Srimukha 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 Srimukha
According to the 2011 Census, Srimukha village had a total population of 957 people, including 497 males and 460 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.87%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 84.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 957 | 497 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 435 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 62 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Srimukha
Srimukha 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 Srimukha
Srimukha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Srimukha is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Srimukha is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srimukha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srimukha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Srimukha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srimukha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Srimukha
Where is Srimukha located?
Srimukha village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Srimukha?
The Gram Panchayat of Srimukha is Sagada.
What is the pincode of Srimukha?
The pincode of Srimukha is 752114.
What is the population of Srimukha?
Srimukha had a total population of 957, including 497 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Srimukha?
Srimukha had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srimukha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srimukha was 90.87%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 84.38%.