Fulsar - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Fulsar is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Fulsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulsar is 516637. The village covers a total geographical area of 779.93 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Fulsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fulsar
As per Census 2011, Fulsar village has a total population of 2,216 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,097 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,239 literate and 977 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fulsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,216 | 1,119 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 183 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,239 | 725 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 394 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Fulsar
Fulsar 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 Fulsar
Fulsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Fulsar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Talaja to Fulsar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Fulsar is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fulsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulsar 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 Fulsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fulsar
Where is Fulsar located?
Fulsar village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulsar?
Fulsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fulsar?
The pincode of Fulsar is 364140.
What is the population of Fulsar?
Fulsar has a total population of 2,216, including 1,119 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Fulsar?
There are 374 households in Fulsar.
What is the literacy rate in Fulsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulsar is 55.91%. Male literacy is 64.79% and female literacy is 46.86%.