Phulapadar - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Phulapadar is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Doraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulapadar is 430632. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Phulapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulapadar
As per Census 2011, Phulapadar village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 227 males and 247 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 425 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 227 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 203 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 147 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 80 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Phulapadar
Phulapadar 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 Phulapadar
Phulapadar 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 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 Balimela to Phulapadar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Phulapadar is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulapadar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phulapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phulapadar
Where is Phulapadar located?
Phulapadar village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulapadar is Doraguda.
What is the pincode of Phulapadar?
The pincode of Phulapadar is 764052.
What is the population of Phulapadar?
Phulapadar has a total population of 474, including 227 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Phulapadar?
There are 130 households in Phulapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Phulapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulapadar is 45.78%. Male literacy is 64.76% and female literacy is 28.34%.