Phulapada - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Phulapada is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Narasinghpur and around 125 km from Cuttack. Fulapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulapada is 398596. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Phulapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulapada
According to the 2011 Census, Phulapada village had a total population of 586 people, including 317 males and 269 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.88%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 77.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 586 | 317 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 245 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 72 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Phulapada
Phulapada 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 Phulapada
Phulapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Phulapada is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Phulapada is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulapada 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 Phulapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulapada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phulapada
Where is Phulapada located?
Phulapada village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulapada is Fulapada.
What is the pincode of Phulapada?
The pincode of Phulapada is 754032.
What is the population of Phulapada?
Phulapada had a total population of 586, including 317 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Phulapada?
Phulapada had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulapada was 82.88%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 77.35%.