Phulwal - Kandhar, Nanded
Phulwal is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Phulwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulwal is 545339. The village covers a total geographical area of 1174.31 hectares and falls under the 431714 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Phulwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulwal
As per Census 2011, Phulwal village has a total population of 4,388 people, consisting of 2,280 males and 2,108 females. The village has 895 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 584 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,832 literate and 1,556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,388 | 2,280 | 2,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 316 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,173 | 621 | 552 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,832 | 1,675 | 1,157 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,556 | 605 | 951 |
Nearby Villages of Phulwal
Phulwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangamwadi | North | 2.14 km |
| Kandharewadi | South | 2.54 km |
| Bijewadi | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Mundewadi Tarf Khandobachiwadi | East | 3.17 km |
| Bahadarpura | North | 3.82 km |
| Pimpalyachiwadi | East | 3.91 km |
| Gulabwadi | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Abulaga | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Manaspuri | North | 4.68 km |
| Shekapur | West | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phulwal
Phulwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wanegaon, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kandhar to Phulwal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Phulwal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulwal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phulwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phulwal
Where is Phulwal located?
Phulwal village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulwal?
Phulwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phulwal?
The pincode of Phulwal is 431714.
What is the population of Phulwal?
Phulwal has a total population of 4,388, including 2,280 males and 2,108 females.
How many households are there in Phulwal?
There are 895 households in Phulwal.
What is the literacy rate in Phulwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulwal is 64.54%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 54.89%.