Phulpura - Dhanarua, Patna
Phulpura is a village situated in the Dhanarua subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanarua and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Bijaypura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulpura is 246032. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 804451 pincode. Masaurhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Phulpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Phulpura
According to the 2011 Census, Phulpura village had a total population of 760 people, including 388 males and 372 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.91%, with male literacy at 90.88% and female literacy at 74.62%.
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 | 760 | 388 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 309 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 79 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Phulpura
Phulpura 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 Phulpura
Phulpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Phulpura.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Masaurhi to Phulpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Phulpura is about 35 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 Phulpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phulpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulpura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phulpura
Where is Phulpura located?
Phulpura village is located in Dhanarua Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phulpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulpura is Bijaypura.
What is the pincode of Phulpura?
The pincode of Phulpura is 804451.
What is the population of Phulpura?
Phulpura had a total population of 760, including 388 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Phulpura?
Phulpura had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulpura was 82.91%. Male literacy was 90.88% and female literacy was 74.62%.