Phapsi - Saintala, Balangir
Phapsi is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Gandpatrapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phapsi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phapsi is 421159. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Phapsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phapsi
As per Census 2011, Phapsi village has a total population of 3,012 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,501 females. The village has 773 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,965 literate and 1,047 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,030 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 802 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phapsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,012 | 1,511 | 1,501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 196 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,030 | 501 | 529 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 802 | 394 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 1,965 | 1,113 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 398 | 649 |
Nearby Villages of Phapsi
Phapsi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makri | West | 1.86 km |
| Gandapatrapali | North | 2.43 km |
| Karlakhunta | East | 2.58 km |
| Jamkhunta | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Bhatasar | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Penderamal | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Dangabahal | East | 4.23 km |
| Goelbhadi | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Dharapgarh | West | 4.53 km |
| Kumbhekela | North | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phapsi
Public transport in the Phapsi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Phapsi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Phapsi 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 Phapsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phapsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phapsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phapsi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phapsi
Where is Phapsi located?
Phapsi village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phapsi?
The Gram Panchayat of Phapsi is Gandpatrapali.
What is the pincode of Phapsi?
The pincode of Phapsi is 767032.
What is the population of Phapsi?
Phapsi has a total population of 3,012, including 1,511 males and 1,501 females.
How many households are there in Phapsi?
There are 773 households in Phapsi.
What is the literacy rate in Phapsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phapsi is 65.24%. Male literacy is 73.66% and female literacy is 56.76%.