Phupugam - Kundura, Koraput
Phupugam is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Phupugan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phupugam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phupugam is 429151. The village covers a total geographical area of 1151 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Phupugam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Phupugam
As per Census 2011, Phupugam village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,029 males and 1,092 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 1,512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,048 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phupugam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,029 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 169 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 156 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,048 | 514 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 406 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,512 | 623 | 889 |
Nearby Villages of Phupugam
Phupugam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jabapatroput | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Uduliaguda | South | 2.50 km |
| Banuaguda | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Naragam | West | 2.75 km |
| Pradhaniput | North | 2.80 km |
| Gorahandi | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Kudumpadar | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Baraguda | South | 3.79 km |
| Dangarpaunsi | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Majhiguda | South-West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phupugam
Public transport in the Phupugam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanapur Orissa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.2 km.
| 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 Sunabeda to Phupugam is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Phupugam is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phupugam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phupugam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phupugam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phupugam 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phupugam
Where is Phupugam located?
Phupugam village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phupugam?
The Gram Panchayat of Phupugam is Phupugan.
What is the pincode of Phupugam?
The pincode of Phupugam is 764002.
What is the population of Phupugam?
Phupugam has a total population of 2,121, including 1,029 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Phupugam?
There are 531 households in Phupugam.
What is the literacy rate in Phupugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phupugam is 28.71%. Male literacy is 39.46% and female literacy is 18.59%.