Phulwaria - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Phulwaria is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Arar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulwaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulwaria is 240346. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Phulwaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulwaria
As per Census 2011, Phulwaria village has a total population of 1,479 people, consisting of 765 males and 714 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 1,021 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulwaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 765 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 164 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 291 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,021 | 474 | 547 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Phulwaria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Phulwaria is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Phulwaria is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | 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 Phulwaria
Where is Phulwaria located?
Phulwaria village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulwaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulwaria is Arar.
What is the pincode of Phulwaria?
The pincode of Phulwaria is 813204.
What is the population of Phulwaria?
Phulwaria has a total population of 1,479, including 765 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Phulwaria?
There are 272 households in Phulwaria.
What is the literacy rate in Phulwaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulwaria is 30.97%. Male literacy is 38.04% and female literacy is 23.39%.