Phulabani - Bhograi, Balasore
Phulabani is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhograi and around 88 km from Baleshwar. Tukurihazira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulabani is 391763. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Phulabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulabani
According to the 2011 Census, Phulabani village had a total population of 915 people, including 460 males and 455 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.62%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 63.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 799, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 460 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 397 | 402 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 324 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 136 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Phulabani
Phulabani 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 Phulabani
Phulabani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Phulabani.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Phulabani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Phulabani is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulabani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phulabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulabani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phulabani
Where is Phulabani located?
Phulabani village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phulabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulabani is Tukurihazira.
What is the pincode of Phulabani?
The pincode of Phulabani is 756037.
What is the population of Phulabani?
Phulabani had a total population of 915, including 460 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Phulabani?
Phulabani had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulabani was 73.62%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 63.59%.