Phulpader - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Phulpader is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulpader village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulpader is 430621. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Phulpader 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 Phulpader
According to the 2011 Census, Phulpader village had a total population of 278 people, including 127 males and 151 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.80%, with male literacy at 78.43% and female literacy at 64.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 277.
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 | 278 | 127 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 126 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 47 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Phulpader
Phulpader 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 Phulpader
Phulpader is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Phulpader has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Phulpader is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Phulpader is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulpader
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulpader 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phulpader
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulpader village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phulpader
Where is Phulpader located?
Phulpader village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phulpader?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulpader is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Phulpader?
The pincode of Phulpader is 764052.
What is the population of Phulpader?
Phulpader had a total population of 278, including 127 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Phulpader?
Phulpader had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulpader?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulpader was 70.80%. Male literacy was 78.43% and female literacy was 64.52%.