Fuljhar - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Fuljhar is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Tusda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fuljhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fuljhar is 446666. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.54 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Fuljhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fuljhar
As per Census 2011, Fuljhar village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 171 males and 176 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fuljhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 171 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 96 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 75 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Fuljhar
Fuljhar 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 Fuljhar
Fuljhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bagbahara to Fuljhar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Fuljhar is about 16 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 Fuljhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fuljhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Fuljhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fuljhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Fuljhar
Where is Fuljhar located?
Fuljhar village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fuljhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Fuljhar is Tusda.
What is the pincode of Fuljhar?
The pincode of Fuljhar is 493445.
What is the population of Fuljhar?
Fuljhar has a total population of 347, including 171 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Fuljhar?
There are 98 households in Fuljhar.
What is the literacy rate in Fuljhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fuljhar is 44.67%. Male literacy is 56.14% and female literacy is 33.52%.