Phiringia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Phiringia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phiringia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phiringia is 416322. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Phiringia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phiringia
As per Census 2011, Phiringia village has a total population of 2,373 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,251 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,844 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 694 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 494 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phiringia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,373 | 1,122 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 694 | 335 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 167 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 1,844 | 947 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 175 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Phiringia
Phiringia 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 Phiringia
Phiringia 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Phiringia is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Phiringia is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phiringia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phiringia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phiringia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phiringia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Phiringia
Where is Phiringia located?
Phiringia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phiringia?
The Gram Panchayat of Phiringia is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Phiringia?
The pincode of Phiringia is 762011.
What is the population of Phiringia?
Phiringia has a total population of 2,373, including 1,122 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Phiringia?
There are 542 households in Phiringia.
What is the literacy rate in Phiringia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phiringia is 77.71%. Male literacy is 84.40% and female literacy is 71.70%.