Purutiguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Purutiguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purutiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purutiguda is 425395. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Purutiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purutiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Purutiguda village had a total population of 250 people, including 106 males and 144 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,358 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.81%, with male literacy at 17.58% and female literacy at 6.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 248.
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 | 250 | 106 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 105 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 90 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Purutiguda
Purutiguda 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 Purutiguda
Public transport in the Purutiguda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Purutiguda is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Purutiguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purutiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purutiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Purutiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purutiguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purutiguda
Where is Purutiguda located?
Purutiguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purutiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Purutiguda is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Purutiguda?
The pincode of Purutiguda is 765019.
What is the population of Purutiguda?
Purutiguda had a total population of 250, including 106 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Purutiguda?
Purutiguda had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purutiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purutiguda was 10.81%. Male literacy was 17.58% and female literacy was 6.11%.