Fulagadia - Simulia, Balasore
Fulagadia is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Similia and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Kanheibandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fulagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulagadia is 394252. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Fulagadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fulagadia
As per Census 2011, Fulagadia village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 103 males and 104 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fulagadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 103 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 159 | 88 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 15 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Fulagadia
Fulagadia 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 Fulagadia
Public transport in the Fulagadia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Fulagadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Fulagadia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Fulagadia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fulagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulagadia 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fulagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulagadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Fulagadia
Where is Fulagadia located?
Fulagadia village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Fulagadia is Kanheibandha.
What is the pincode of Fulagadia?
The pincode of Fulagadia is 756134.
What is the population of Fulagadia?
Fulagadia has a total population of 207, including 103 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Fulagadia?
There are 45 households in Fulagadia.
What is the literacy rate in Fulagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulagadia is 76.81%. Male literacy is 85.44% and female literacy is 68.27%.