Fulpura - Santalpur, Patan
Fulpura is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Fulpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulpura is 508640. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.68 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Fulpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fulpura
As per Census 2011, Fulpura village has a total population of 861 people, consisting of 427 males and 434 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fulpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 861 | 427 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 157 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 253 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 174 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Fulpura
Fulpura 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 Fulpura
Fulpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Fulpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Fulpura is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fulpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulpura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Fulpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulpura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fulpura
Where is Fulpura located?
Fulpura village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulpura?
Fulpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fulpura?
The pincode of Fulpura is 385360.
What is the population of Fulpura?
Fulpura has a total population of 861, including 427 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Fulpura?
There are 172 households in Fulpura.
What is the literacy rate in Fulpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulpura is 49.13%. Male literacy is 59.25% and female literacy is 39.17%.