Purusotampur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Purusotampur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Karni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purusotampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purusotampur is 197945. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.32 hectares and falls under the 221711 pincode.
Purusotampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purusotampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purusotampur village had a total population of 136 people, including 70 males and 66 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 89.83% and female literacy at 63.79%.
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 | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Purusotampur
Purusotampur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dholpur | North | 0.87 km |
| Nanoura | South | 1.26 km |
| Titloukia Urf Kishor Ganj | East | 1.36 km |
| Bhuara Khunt | West | 1.38 km |
| Karni | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Padsara Juran | South | 1.51 km |
| Bihraharpur | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Jamin Tendua | North | 1.86 km |
| Molnapur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Mahendua | East | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purusotampur
Purusotampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ballia to Purusotampur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purusotampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purusotampur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purusotampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purusotampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purusotampur
Where is Purusotampur located?
Purusotampur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purusotampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purusotampur is Karni.
What is the pincode of Purusotampur?
The pincode of Purusotampur is 221711.
What is the population of Purusotampur?
Purusotampur had a total population of 136, including 70 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Purusotampur?
Purusotampur had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purusotampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purusotampur was 76.92%. Male literacy was 89.83% and female literacy was 63.79%.