Dhanwa Phulchur - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Dhanwa Phulchur is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Gudum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanwa Phulchur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanwa Phulchur is 447697. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.03 hectares and falls under the 494635 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhanwa Phulchur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanwa Phulchur
As per Census 2011, Dhanwa Phulchur village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 238 males and 215 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanwa Phulchur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 238 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 183 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 65 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 173 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanwa Phulchur
Dhanwa Phulchur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meregaon | North | 1.67 km |
| Pitefulchur | West | 1.97 km |
| Gudum | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Jodekhurse | North | 2.69 km |
| Tumarisur | East | 2.79 km |
| Bhejhar | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Odahur | South | 2.92 km |
| Bhelwapani | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Dandaikheda | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Kodogaon | South-West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanwa Phulchur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhanwa Phulchur. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.5 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 Bhanupratappur to Dhanwa Phulchur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Dhanwa Phulchur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanwa Phulchur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanwa Phulchur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanwa Phulchur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanwa Phulchur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanwa Phulchur
Where is Dhanwa Phulchur located?
Dhanwa Phulchur village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanwa Phulchur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanwa Phulchur is Gudum.
What is the pincode of Dhanwa Phulchur?
The pincode of Dhanwa Phulchur is 494635.
What is the population of Dhanwa Phulchur?
Dhanwa Phulchur has a total population of 453, including 238 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Dhanwa Phulchur?
There are 93 households in Dhanwa Phulchur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanwa Phulchur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanwa Phulchur is 22.74%. Male literacy is 27.31% and female literacy is 17.67%.