Phuladaba - Similiguda, Koraput
Phuladaba is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Gunthaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phuladaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phuladaba is 429960. The village covers a total geographical area of 340 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Phuladaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phuladaba
According to the 2011 Census, Phuladaba village had a total population of 333 people, including 163 males and 170 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.80%, with male literacy at 68.84% and female literacy at 42.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 333 | 163 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 95 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 68 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Phuladaba
Phuladaba 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 Phuladaba
Public transport in the Phuladaba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Phuladaba is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Phuladaba is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phuladaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phuladaba 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 Phuladaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phuladaba 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phuladaba
Where is Phuladaba located?
Phuladaba village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phuladaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Phuladaba is Gunthaput.
What is the pincode of Phuladaba?
The pincode of Phuladaba is 764036.
What is the population of Phuladaba?
Phuladaba had a total population of 333, including 163 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Phuladaba?
Phuladaba had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phuladaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phuladaba was 55.80%. Male literacy was 68.84% and female literacy was 42.75%.