Fulpad - Kuakonda, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Fulpad is a village situated in the Kuakonda tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuwakonda and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Phulpad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fulpad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulpad is 450281. The village covers a total geographical area of 2332.8 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Kirandul is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Fulpad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fulpad
As per Census 2011, Fulpad village has a total population of 1,953 people, consisting of 931 males and 1,022 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 1,375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,930 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fulpad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,953 | 931 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 141 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 1 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,930 | 923 | 1,007 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 365 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 566 | 809 |
Nearby Villages of Fulpad
Fulpad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kidariras | East | 3.38 km |
| Palnar | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Bade Bedma | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Paria | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Chhote Bedma | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Jabeli | South-West | 5.56 km |
| Koriras | North | 5.66 km |
| Lendra | North-West | 6.28 km |
| Rewali | South | 6.54 km |
| Maroki | East | 6.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fulpad
Fulpad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirandul to Fulpad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Fulpad is about 38 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 Fulpad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulpad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fulpad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulpad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Fulpad
Where is Fulpad located?
Fulpad village is located in Kuakonda Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulpad?
The Gram Panchayat of Fulpad is Phulpad.
What is the pincode of Fulpad?
The pincode of Fulpad is 494552.
What is the population of Fulpad?
Fulpad has a total population of 1,953, including 931 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Fulpad?
There are 428 households in Fulpad.
What is the literacy rate in Fulpad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulpad is 29.60%. Male literacy is 39.21% and female literacy is 20.84%.