Phulbadia - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Phulbadia is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badkhaladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulbadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulbadia is 391150. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 757040 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Phulbadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulbadia
According to the 2011 Census, Phulbadia village had a total population of 354 people, including 179 males and 175 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.55%, with male literacy at 58.78% and female literacy at 43.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 354 | 179 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 157 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 77 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 102 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Phulbadia
Phulbadia 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 Phulbadia
Phulbadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Udala to Phulbadia is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Phulbadia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulbadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulbadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phulbadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulbadia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phulbadia
Where is Phulbadia located?
Phulbadia village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phulbadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulbadia is Badkhaladi.
What is the pincode of Phulbadia?
The pincode of Phulbadia is 757040.
What is the population of Phulbadia?
Phulbadia had a total population of 354, including 179 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Phulbadia?
Phulbadia had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulbadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulbadia was 50.55%. Male literacy was 58.78% and female literacy was 43.06%.