Phulahar - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Phulahar is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Ambasala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulahar is 398379. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Phulahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulahar
According to the 2011 Census, Phulahar village had a total population of 238 people, including 127 males and 111 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.09%, with male literacy at 89.81% and female literacy at 73.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 238 | 127 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 97 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 30 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Phulahar
Phulahar 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 Phulahar
Phulahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Phulahar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulahar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phulahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phulahar
Where is Phulahar located?
Phulahar village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulahar is Ambasala.
What is the pincode of Phulahar?
The pincode of Phulahar is 754119.
What is the population of Phulahar?
Phulahar had a total population of 238, including 127 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Phulahar?
Phulahar had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulahar was 82.09%. Male literacy was 89.81% and female literacy was 73.12%.