Phular - Garhakota, Sagar
Phular is a village situated in the Garhakota tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 94 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhakota and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Phular (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phular village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phular is 461050. The village covers a total geographical area of 1095.08 hectares and falls under the 470232 pincode. Garhakota is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Phular village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phular
As per Census 2011, Phular village has a total population of 1,729 people, consisting of 895 males and 834 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,146 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phular are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,729 | 895 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 132 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 193 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 677 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 218 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Phular
Phular 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khiria Gautam | West | 2.04 km |
| Gangapur | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Deopura | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Singpur | South | 2.53 km |
| Chhulla | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Jhagri | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Badipura | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Khadi | South | 3.86 km |
| Gunjora | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Khera | South-East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phular
Phular is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aslana, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garhakota to Phular is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Phular is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phular
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phular 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phular
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phular 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 Phular
Where is Phular located?
Phular village is located in Garhakota Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phular?
The Gram Panchayat of Phular is Phular (p).
What is the pincode of Phular?
The pincode of Phular is 470232.
What is the population of Phular?
Phular has a total population of 1,729, including 895 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Phular?
There are 419 households in Phular.
What is the literacy rate in Phular?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phular is 66.28%. Male literacy is 75.64% and female literacy is 56.24%.