Phupugam - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Phupugam is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 61 km from Jharigan and around 61 km from Nabarangapur . Phupugam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phupugam is 427554. The village covers a total geographical area of 826 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phupugam
As per Census 2011, Phupugam village has a total population of 3,181 people, consisting of 1,568 males and 1,613 females. The village has 732 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 881 literate and 2,300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,868 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phupugam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,181 | 1,568 | 1,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 300 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,868 | 901 | 967 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 596 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,300 | 972 | 1,328 |
Nearby Villages of Phupugam
Phupugam 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 Phupugam
Phupugam 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Phupugam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Phupugam is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phupugam
Where is Phupugam located?
Phupugam village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phupugam?
Phupugam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phupugam?
The pincode of Phupugam is 764076.
What is the population of Phupugam?
Phupugam has a total population of 3,181, including 1,568 males and 1,613 females.
How many households are there in Phupugam?
There are 732 households in Phupugam.
What is the literacy rate in Phupugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phupugam is 27.70%. Male literacy is 38.01% and female literacy is 17.67%.