Phulwaria - Dhuraiya, Banka
Phulwaria is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sijhat Baliyas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulwaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulwaria is 240977. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Phulwaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phulwaria
As per Census 2011, Phulwaria village has a total population of 786 people, consisting of 424 males and 362 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulwaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 424 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 193 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 231 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Phulwaria
Phulwaria 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 Phulwaria
Phulwaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Phulwaria has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Phulwaria is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulwaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulwaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phulwaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulwaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Phulwaria
Where is Phulwaria located?
Phulwaria village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulwaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulwaria is Sijhat Baliyas.
What is the pincode of Phulwaria?
The pincode of Phulwaria is 813205.
What is the population of Phulwaria?
Phulwaria has a total population of 786, including 424 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Phulwaria?
There are 141 households in Phulwaria.
What is the literacy rate in Phulwaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulwaria is 35.37%. Male literacy is 45.52% and female literacy is 23.48%.