Phukan Phodia - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Phukan Phodia is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Santipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phukan Phodia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phukan Phodia is 292634. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.59 hectares and falls under the 785664 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Phukan Phodia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sivasagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phukan Phodia
As per Census 2011, Phukan Phodia village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 222 males and 197 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 266 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phukan Phodia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 222 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 142 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 162 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 60 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Phukan Phodia
Phukan Phodia 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 Phukan Phodia
Phukan Phodia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Phukan Phodia.
| 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 Sibsagar to Phukan Phodia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Phukan Phodia 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 Phukan Phodia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phukan Phodia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phukan Phodia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phukan Phodia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phukan Phodia
Where is Phukan Phodia located?
Phukan Phodia village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phukan Phodia?
The Gram Panchayat of Phukan Phodia is Santipur.
What is the pincode of Phukan Phodia?
The pincode of Phukan Phodia is 785664.
What is the population of Phukan Phodia?
Phukan Phodia has a total population of 419, including 222 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Phukan Phodia?
There are 72 households in Phukan Phodia.
What is the literacy rate in Phukan Phodia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phukan Phodia is 68.02%. Male literacy is 72.97% and female literacy is 62.44%.