Phulban - Manigachhi, Darbhanga
Phulban is a village situated in the Manigachhi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manigachhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Katma Bahaurawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulban is 227147. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 847422 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Phulban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phulban
As per Census 2011, Phulban village has a total population of 2,470 people, consisting of 1,268 males and 1,202 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 939 literate and 1,531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 617 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,470 | 1,268 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 241 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 617 | 302 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 616 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,531 | 652 | 879 |
Nearby Villages of Phulban
Phulban 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 Phulban
Public transport in the Phulban is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Phulban.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Phulban is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Phulban is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulban 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 Phulban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulban 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phulban
Where is Phulban located?
Phulban village is located in Manigachhi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulban?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulban is Katma Bahaurawa.
What is the pincode of Phulban?
The pincode of Phulban is 847422.
What is the population of Phulban?
Phulban has a total population of 2,470, including 1,268 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Phulban?
There are 460 households in Phulban.
What is the literacy rate in Phulban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulban is 38.02%. Male literacy is 48.58% and female literacy is 26.87%.