Phuldumer - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Phuldumer is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kaniguama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phuldumer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phuldumer is 424283. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Phuldumer 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 Phuldumer
According to the 2011 Census, Phuldumer village had a total population of 97 people, including 46 males and 51 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.67%, with male literacy at 47.37% and female literacy at 37.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 28 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Phuldumer
Phuldumer 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 Phuldumer
Public transport in the Phuldumer is mainly available through shared van 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 Bhawanipatna to Phuldumer is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phuldumer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phuldumer 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 Phuldumer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phuldumer 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 Phuldumer
Where is Phuldumer located?
Phuldumer village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phuldumer?
The Gram Panchayat of Phuldumer is Kaniguama.
What is the pincode of Phuldumer?
The pincode of Phuldumer is 766037.
What is the population of Phuldumer?
Phuldumer had a total population of 97, including 46 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Phuldumer?
Phuldumer had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phuldumer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phuldumer was 42.67%. Male literacy was 47.37% and female literacy was 37.84%.