Phuthadwa - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Phuthadwa is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Phuthadwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phuthadwa is 503394. The village covers a total geographical area of 1041.88 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Phuthadwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phuthadwa
As per Census 2011, Phuthadwa village has a total population of 1,741 people, consisting of 861 males and 880 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 1,105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,284 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phuthadwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,741 | 861 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 163 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,284 | 619 | 665 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 404 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 457 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Phuthadwa
Phuthadwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuidharwa | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Bhurtiyatola | West | 3.59 km |
| Kyontaly | South | 4.19 km |
| Tamai | East | 4.22 km |
| Kasda | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Gadwa (garhwa) | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Korsariya | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Padri Kalan | North-East | 5.68 km |
| Gopla | North | 5.72 km |
| Panwar | South-East | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phuthadwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Phuthadwa. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Phuthadwa is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Phuthadwa is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phuthadwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phuthadwa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phuthadwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phuthadwa 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 Phuthadwa
Where is Phuthadwa located?
Phuthadwa village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phuthadwa?
Phuthadwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phuthadwa?
The pincode of Phuthadwa is 486882.
What is the population of Phuthadwa?
Phuthadwa has a total population of 1,741, including 861 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Phuthadwa?
There are 294 households in Phuthadwa.
What is the literacy rate in Phuthadwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phuthadwa is 36.53%. Male literacy is 46.92% and female literacy is 26.36%.