Phalpaju - Harabhanga, Boudh
Phalpaju is a village situated in the Harabhanga tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Puruna Katak and around 65 km from Baudh. Adenigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phalpaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phalpaju is 418691. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Phalpaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phalpaju
According to the 2011 Census, Phalpaju village had a total population of 12 people, including 6 males and 6 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Phalpaju
Phalpaju 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 Phalpaju
Phalpaju is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baudhgarh to Phalpaju is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Phalpaju is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phalpaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phalpaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Phalpaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phalpaju 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Phalpaju
Where is Phalpaju located?
Phalpaju village is located in Harabhanga Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phalpaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Phalpaju is Adenigarh.
What is the pincode of Phalpaju?
The pincode of Phalpaju is 762012.
What is the population of Phalpaju?
Phalpaju had a total population of 12, including 6 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Phalpaju?
Phalpaju had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phalpaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phalpaju was 62.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 25.00%.