Phulpur - Dagarua, Purnia
Phulpur is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Buwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulpur is 224127. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purinia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Phulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Phulpur village had a total population of 1,129 people, including 580 males and 549 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.41%, with male literacy at 51.48% and female literacy at 36.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 1,129 | 580 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 141 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 226 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 354 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Phulpur
Phulpur 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 Phulpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Phulpur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Phulpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purinia to Phulpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Phulpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulpur 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 Phulpur
Where is Phulpur located?
Phulpur village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulpur is Buwari.
What is the pincode of Phulpur?
The pincode of Phulpur is 854326.
What is the population of Phulpur?
Phulpur had a total population of 1,129, including 580 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Phulpur?
Phulpur had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulpur was 44.41%. Male literacy was 51.48% and female literacy was 36.83%.