Phuhia - Bithan, Samastipur
Phuhia is a village situated in the Bithan subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bithan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Salaha Chandan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phuhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phuhia is 237357. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.4 hectares and falls under the 848207 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Phuhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phuhia
As per Census 2011, Phuhia village has a total population of 2,338 people, consisting of 1,197 males and 1,141 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phuhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,338 | 1,197 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 243 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 549 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 648 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Phuhia
Phuhia 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 Phuhia
Phuhia 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 Phuhia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rosera to Phuhia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Phuhia is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phuhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phuhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phuhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phuhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Phuhia
Where is Phuhia located?
Phuhia village is located in Bithan Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phuhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Phuhia is Salaha Chandan.
What is the pincode of Phuhia?
The pincode of Phuhia is 848207.
What is the population of Phuhia?
Phuhia has a total population of 2,338, including 1,197 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Phuhia?
There are 430 households in Phuhia.
What is the literacy rate in Phuhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phuhia is 36.95%. Male literacy is 45.86% and female literacy is 27.61%.