Phasia - Gumla
Phasia is a village situated in the Gumla subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Gumla, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Fasia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phasia is 376007. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 835207 pincode. Gumla is the nearest town.
Phasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gumla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phasia
As per Census 2011, Phasia village has a total population of 6,847 people, consisting of 3,391 males and 3,456 females. The village has 1,392 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,544 literate and 2,303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,681 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,847 | 3,391 | 3,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,164 | 587 | 577 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,204 | 598 | 606 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,681 | 1,297 | 1,384 |
| Literate Population | 4,544 | 2,433 | 2,111 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,303 | 958 | 1,345 |
Nearby Villages of Phasia
Phasia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karaundi | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Tarri | East | 1.40 km |
| Tirra | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Belgaon | West | 3.08 km |
| Dumardih | East | 3.08 km |
| Chaha | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Haslata | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Telgaon | West | 4.44 km |
| Pugu | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Jorag | South | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phasia
Public transport in the Phasia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bakaspur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| 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 Gumla to Phasia is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phasia
Where is Phasia located?
Phasia village is located in Gumla Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Phasia is Fasia.
What is the pincode of Phasia?
The pincode of Phasia is 835207.
What is the population of Phasia?
Phasia has a total population of 6,847, including 3,391 males and 3,456 females.
How many households are there in Phasia?
There are 1,392 households in Phasia.
What is the literacy rate in Phasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phasia is 66.36%. Male literacy is 71.75% and female literacy is 61.08%.