Phoolpur Village - Narwar, Shivpuri
Phoolpur is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Foolpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phoolpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phoolpur is 455529. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.55 hectares and falls under the 473865 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Phoolpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phoolpur
As per Census 2011, Phoolpur village has a total population of 1,738 people, consisting of 939 males and 799 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 869 literate and 869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 939 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phoolpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,738 | 939 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 184 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 939 | 514 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 550 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 389 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Phoolpur
Phoolpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karangarh | North | 2.18 km |
| Baroda | East | 2.37 km |
| Gagoni | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Kankar | West | 3.31 km |
| Ramjipur | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Sihore | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Isepur | North | 4.29 km |
| Hateda | East | 4.33 km |
| Raipur Sani | North | 4.37 km |
| Kudpar | North-West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phoolpur
Phoolpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dabra, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| 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 Shivpuri to Phoolpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phoolpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phoolpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phoolpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phoolpur 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 Phoolpur
Where is Phoolpur located?
Phoolpur village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phoolpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Phoolpur is Foolpur.
What is the pincode of Phoolpur?
The pincode of Phoolpur is 473865.
What is the population of Phoolpur?
Phoolpur has a total population of 1,738, including 939 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Phoolpur?
There are 392 households in Phoolpur.
What is the literacy rate in Phoolpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phoolpur is 50.00%. Male literacy is 58.57% and female literacy is 39.92%.