Phogola - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Phogola is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Salepur and around 35 km from Cuttack. Fogal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phogola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phogola is 399692. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 754221 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Phogola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phogola
According to the 2011 Census, Phogola village had a total population of 788 people, including 414 males and 374 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.60%, with male literacy at 89.54% and female literacy at 79.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296.
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 | 788 | 414 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 160 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 334 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 80 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Phogola
Phogola 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 Phogola
Phogola 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 >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 Cuttack to Phogola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phogola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phogola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Phogola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phogola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phogola
Where is Phogola located?
Phogola village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phogola?
The Gram Panchayat of Phogola is Fogal.
What is the pincode of Phogola?
The pincode of Phogola is 754221.
What is the population of Phogola?
Phogola had a total population of 788, including 414 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Phogola?
Phogola had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phogola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phogola was 84.60%. Male literacy was 89.54% and female literacy was 79.10%.