Puipani - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Puipani is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Subalaya and around 35 km from Subarnapur. Khandahata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puipani is 419430. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Puipani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puipani
According to the 2011 Census, Puipani village had a total population of 38 people, including 20 males and 18 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Puipani
Puipani 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 Puipani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Puipani. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Puipani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Puipani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Puipani is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puipani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puipani 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 Puipani
Where is Puipani located?
Puipani village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Puipani is Khandahata.
What is the pincode of Puipani?
The pincode of Puipani is 767018.
What is the population of Puipani?
Puipani had a total population of 38, including 20 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Puipani?
Puipani had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puipani was 70.00%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 53.33%.