Phulwaria - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Phulwaria is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Kataiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulwaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulwaria is 216778. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.82 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Phulwaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulwaria
According to the 2011 Census, Phulwaria village had a total population of 3,572 people, including 1,889 males and 1,683 females, living in 649 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.33%, with male literacy at 74.98% and female literacy at 45.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 506.
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 | 3,572 | 1,889 | 1,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 779 | 398 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 260 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,713 | 1,118 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,859 | 771 | 1,088 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Phulwaria is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Phulwaria is about 31 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phulwaria
Where is Phulwaria located?
Phulwaria village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phulwaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulwaria is Kataiya.
What is the pincode of Phulwaria?
The pincode of Phulwaria is 845453.
What is the population of Phulwaria?
Phulwaria had a total population of 3,572, including 1,889 males and 1,683 females.
How many households are there in Phulwaria?
Phulwaria had 649 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulwaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulwaria was 61.33%. Male literacy was 74.98% and female literacy was 45.70%.