Fulwadi - Dharampur, Valsad
Fulwadi is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Fulwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulwadi is 523387. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.68 hectares and falls under the 396065 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Fulwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Fulwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Fulwadi village had a total population of 2,985 people, including 1,527 males and 1,458 females, living in 491 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.60%, with male literacy at 79.47% and female literacy at 65.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,686.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,985 | 1,527 | 1,458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 173 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,686 | 1,235 | 1,451 |
| Literate Population | 1,921 | 1,076 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,064 | 451 | 613 |
Nearby Villages of Fulwadi
Fulwadi 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 Fulwadi
Fulwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Fulwadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Fulwadi is about 60 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 Fulwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulwadi 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 Fulwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fulwadi
Where is Fulwadi located?
Fulwadi village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulwadi?
Fulwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fulwadi?
The pincode of Fulwadi is 396065.
What is the population of Fulwadi?
Fulwadi had a total population of 2,985, including 1,527 males and 1,458 females.
How many households are there in Fulwadi?
Fulwadi had 491 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fulwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulwadi was 72.60%. Male literacy was 79.47% and female literacy was 65.40%.