Fuldih - Bagicha, Jashpur
Fuldih is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Budhadand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fuldih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fuldih is 433678. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.06 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Fuldih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fuldih
As per Census 2011, Fuldih village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 169 males and 150 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fuldih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 129 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 40 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Fuldih
Fuldih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhadand | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Jhinki | North | 2.51 km |
| Tatkela | East | 2.55 km |
| Pasiya | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Jujagu | West | 3.34 km |
| Ambadand | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Khantadand | North | 3.87 km |
| Kurdeg | West | 4.63 km |
| Raikera | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Pirai | East | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fuldih
Fuldih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagicha to Fuldih is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Fuldih is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fuldih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fuldih 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Fuldih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fuldih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fuldih
Where is Fuldih located?
Fuldih village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fuldih?
The Gram Panchayat of Fuldih is Budhadand.
What is the pincode of Fuldih?
The pincode of Fuldih is 496224.
What is the population of Fuldih?
Fuldih has a total population of 319, including 169 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Fuldih?
There are 83 households in Fuldih.
What is the literacy rate in Fuldih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fuldih is 67.40%. Male literacy is 76.33% and female literacy is 57.33%.