Phutaha Munda - Lailunga, Raigarh
Phutaha Munda is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Fulikunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phutaha Munda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phutaha Munda is 434641. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.22 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Phutaha Munda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phutaha Munda
As per Census 2011, Phutaha Munda village has a total population of 508 people, consisting of 248 males and 260 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 410 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phutaha Munda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 248 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 195 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 170 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 78 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Phutaha Munda
Phutaha Munda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamhanpali | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Danaut | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Chimtapani | South | 2.99 km |
| Phulikunda | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Ajijgarh | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Kantajhariya | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Kenapara | East | 4.50 km |
| Chotiguda | South | 5.31 km |
| Dangbira | North | 5.45 km |
| Diyagarh | East | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phutaha Munda
Phutaha Munda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.9 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 Lailunga to Phutaha Munda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Phutaha Munda is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phutaha Munda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phutaha Munda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phutaha Munda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phutaha Munda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phutaha Munda
Where is Phutaha Munda located?
Phutaha Munda village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phutaha Munda?
The Gram Panchayat of Phutaha Munda is Fulikunda.
What is the pincode of Phutaha Munda?
The pincode of Phutaha Munda is 496113.
What is the population of Phutaha Munda?
Phutaha Munda has a total population of 508, including 248 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Phutaha Munda?
There are 120 households in Phutaha Munda.
What is the literacy rate in Phutaha Munda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phutaha Munda is 55.71%. Male literacy is 68.55% and female literacy is 43.46%.