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
According to the 2011 Census, Fulagadia village had a total population of 207 people, including 103 males and 104 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 72.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 207 | 103 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 207, including 103 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Fulagadia?
Fulagadia had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fulagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulagadia was 82.81%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 72.45%.