Phoolpur - Palera, Tikamgarh
Phoolpur is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Phoolpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phoolpur is 456979. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.52 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phoolpur
As per Census 2011, Phoolpur village has a total population of 1,035 people, consisting of 519 males and 516 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 324 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phoolpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,035 | 519 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 100 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 156 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 300 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 219 | 327 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoraha | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Simariya | West | 3.32 km |
| Magrai | South | 3.59 km |
| Pali | East | 3.71 km |
| Baharo Tal | North | 3.78 km |
| Machora | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Kitakhera | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Ghoorakhas | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Karmaura | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Morramanna | East | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phoolpur
Phoolpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 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 Jatara to Phoolpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Phoolpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phoolpur?
Phoolpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phoolpur?
The pincode of Phoolpur is 472221.
What is the population of Phoolpur?
Phoolpur has a total population of 1,035, including 519 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Phoolpur?
There are 214 households in Phoolpur.
What is the literacy rate in Phoolpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phoolpur is 47.25%. Male literacy is 57.80% and female literacy is 36.63%.