Fulgaon - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Fulgaon is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sutarkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fulgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulgaon is 505859. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.89 hectares and falls under the 450445 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Fulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fulgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Fulgaon village had a total population of 636 people, including 345 males and 291 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.82%, with male literacy at 93.68% and female literacy at 56.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 636 | 345 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 267 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 78 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Fulgaon
Fulgaon 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 Fulgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Fulgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khandwa to Fulgaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulgaon 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 Fulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulgaon 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 Fulgaon
Where is Fulgaon located?
Fulgaon village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Fulgaon is Sutarkheda.
What is the pincode of Fulgaon?
The pincode of Fulgaon is 450445.
What is the population of Fulgaon?
Fulgaon had a total population of 636, including 345 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Fulgaon?
Fulgaon had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulgaon was 76.82%. Male literacy was 93.68% and female literacy was 56.54%.