Phulkodo - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Phulkodo is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Darachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulkodo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulkodo is 538911. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Phulkodo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulkodo
As per Census 2011, Phulkodo village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 70 males and 60 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulkodo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 47 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 23 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Phulkodo
Phulkodo is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Phulkodo
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Phulkodo.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Phulkodo is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Phulkodo is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulkodo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulkodo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phulkodo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulkodo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phulkodo
Where is Phulkodo located?
Phulkodo village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulkodo?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulkodo is Darachi.
What is the pincode of Phulkodo?
The pincode of Phulkodo is 442606.
What is the population of Phulkodo?
Phulkodo has a total population of 130, including 70 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Phulkodo?
There are 28 households in Phulkodo.
What is the literacy rate in Phulkodo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulkodo is 62.31%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 56.67%.