Phulpad - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Phulpad is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Phulpad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulpad is 448080. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.85 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Phulpad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulpad
As per Census 2011, Phulpad village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 265 males and 294 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 552 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulpad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 265 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 53 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 552 | 260 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 150 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 115 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Phulpad
Phulpad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhotejaitpuri | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Dangara | West | 2.00 km |
| Baihasalebhat | North | 3.00 km |
| Kumhari | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Kolar | North | 5.59 km |
| Talabeda | North | 7.54 km |
| Satighat | North | 7.75 km |
| Murpal | North | 8.01 km |
| Paralbhat | South-East | 8.11 km |
| Kosronda | North | 9.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phulpad
Public transport in the Phulpad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Phulpad is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Phulpad is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulpad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulpad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phulpad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulpad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Phulpad
Where is Phulpad located?
Phulpad village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulpad?
Phulpad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phulpad?
The pincode of Phulpad is 494665.
What is the population of Phulpad?
Phulpad has a total population of 559, including 265 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Phulpad?
There are 116 households in Phulpad.
What is the literacy rate in Phulpad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulpad is 40.97%. Male literacy is 56.60% and female literacy is 26.87%.