Phuker - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Phuker is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phuker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phuker is 423112. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Phuker village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phuker
As per Census 2011, Phuker village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 179 males and 212 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,184 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phuker are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 179 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 41 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 137 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 51 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 128 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Phuker
Phuker 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 Phuker
Phuker 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Phuker is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phuker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phuker village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phuker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phuker 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Phuker
Where is Phuker located?
Phuker village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phuker?
The Gram Panchayat of Phuker is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Phuker?
The pincode of Phuker is 766027.
What is the population of Phuker?
Phuker has a total population of 391, including 179 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Phuker?
There are 90 households in Phuker.
What is the literacy rate in Phuker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phuker is 18.67%. Male literacy is 28.49% and female literacy is 10.38%.