Phaphnad - Karma Tanr Vidyasagar*, Jamtara

Phaphnad is a village situated in the Karma Tanr Vidyasagar* subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmatanr and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Phofnad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phaphnad village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Phaphnad is 372525. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.07 hectares and falls under the 815351 pincode.

Phaphnad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamtara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Phaphnad

According to the 2011 Census, Phaphnad village had a total population of 1,327 people, including 677 males and 650 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.97%, with male literacy at 66.91% and female literacy at 42.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 729.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Phaphnad

Phaphnad 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Phaphnad

Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Phaphnad. The nearest railway station is Vidyasagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Phaphnad is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Phaphnad

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phaphnad village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Phaphnad

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phaphnad village are given below:

FAQs about Phaphnad