Fudurupara - Patnagarh, Balangir
Fudurupara is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kendumundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fudurupara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fudurupara is 420699. The village covers a total geographical area of 469 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Fudurupara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fudurupara
As per Census 2011, Fudurupara village has a total population of 1,100 people, consisting of 553 males and 547 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fudurupara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,100 | 553 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 101 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 214 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 293 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 260 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Fudurupara
Fudurupara 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 Fudurupara
Fudurupara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Fudurupara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Fudurupara 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 Fudurupara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fudurupara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fudurupara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fudurupara 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 Fudurupara
Where is Fudurupara located?
Fudurupara village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fudurupara?
The Gram Panchayat of Fudurupara is Kendumundi.
What is the pincode of Fudurupara?
The pincode of Fudurupara is 767025.
What is the population of Fudurupara?
Fudurupara has a total population of 1,100, including 553 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Fudurupara?
There are 302 households in Fudurupara.
What is the literacy rate in Fudurupara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fudurupara is 41.27%. Male literacy is 52.98% and female literacy is 29.43%.