Phuljhar Village Overview
Phuljhar is a village in Bharatpur tehsil of Koriya district, Chhattisgarh. It lies about 46 km from Janakpur tehsil headquarters and around 171 km from Baikunthpur district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Phuljhar village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Phuljhar village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phuljhar is 431249. The village covers a geographical area of 420.25 hectares and has a pincode of 497778. Shahdol(m.p.) is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Location Map of Phuljhar
Population & Demographics of Phuljhar
This section provides population and demographic details of Phuljhar village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 347 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 232 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 172 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 175 | 241 |
Key population details of Phuljhar village are given below:
- Phuljhar village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 691, including approximately 347 males and 344 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 45 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 468 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Phuljhar village is low, with a literacy rate of about 39.80%.
- There are around 187 households in Phuljhar village.
Transport & Connectivity of Phuljhar
Transport facilities help residents of Phuljhar village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Phuljhar
The following villages are located close to Phuljhar and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Phuljhar
- Where is Phuljhar located?
- Phuljhar village is located in Bharatpur Tehsil, Koriya district, Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Phuljhar?
- Phuljhar is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Phuljhar?
- The pincode of Phuljhar is 497778.
- What is the population of Phuljhar?
- Phuljhar has a total population of 691, including 347 males and 344 females.
- How many households are there in Phuljhar?
- There are 187 households in Phuljhar.
- What is the literacy rate in Phuljhar?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phuljhar is 39.80%. Male literacy is 49.57% and female literacy is 29.94%.