Puturupali - Ulunda, Sonepur
Puturupali is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Ulunda and around 20 km from Subarnapur. Ullunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puturupali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puturupali is 419196. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 767062 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Puturupali 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 Puturupali
According to the 2011 Census, Puturupali village had a total population of 363 people, including 177 males and 186 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.23%, with male literacy at 92.36% and female literacy at 64.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 363 | 177 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 145 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 32 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Puturupali
Puturupali 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 Puturupali
Puturupali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sonapur to Puturupali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Puturupali is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puturupali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puturupali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Puturupali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puturupali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Puturupali
Where is Puturupali located?
Puturupali village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puturupali?
The Gram Panchayat of Puturupali is Ullunda.
What is the pincode of Puturupali?
The pincode of Puturupali is 767062.
What is the population of Puturupali?
Puturupali had a total population of 363, including 177 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Puturupali?
Puturupali had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puturupali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puturupali was 78.23%. Male literacy was 92.36% and female literacy was 64.38%.