Phuljhar - Dudhamania, Singrauli
Phuljhar is a village situated in the Dudhamania tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Chitrangi and around 46 km from Singrauli. Mahdeia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phuljhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phuljhar is 503597. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.81 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Phuljhar 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 Phuljhar
According to the 2011 Census, Phuljhar village had a total population of 89 people, including 53 males and 36 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 679 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 42.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 89 | 53 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 47 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Phuljhar
Phuljhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ingura | North | 1.13 km |
| Mahdeiya | West | 2.26 km |
| Lotan | North | 3.41 km |
| Rajkhand | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Karaila | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Gorbi | East | 4.17 km |
| Solang | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Kasar | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Thurua | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Ramgarh | West | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phuljhar
Public transport in the Phuljhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahdeiya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Phuljhar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Phuljhar is about 46 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 Phuljhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phuljhar 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 Phuljhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phuljhar 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 Phuljhar
Where is Phuljhar located?
Phuljhar village is located in Dudhamania Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phuljhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Phuljhar is Mahdeia.
What is the pincode of Phuljhar?
The pincode of Phuljhar is 486882.
What is the population of Phuljhar?
Phuljhar had a total population of 89, including 53 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Phuljhar?
Phuljhar had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phuljhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phuljhar was 50.00%. Male literacy was 56.25% and female literacy was 42.31%.