Fulchi Village - Sinapali, Nuapada
Fulchi is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Khairabhadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fulchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulchi is 422178. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Fulchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fulchi
As per Census 2011, Fulchi village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 190 males and 191 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fulchi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 190 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 148 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 101 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 89 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Fulchi
Fulchi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijalpur | North | 1.51 km |
| Kathibadi | East | 2.15 km |
| Dumerbahal | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Kusumkhunta | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Gorla | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Khirbhadi | East | 4.60 km |
| Khapurimal | North-East | 5.42 km |
| Siallati | South-East | 5.71 km |
| Karlakhamar | East | 6.06 km |
| Haldimunda | South-East | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fulchi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Fulchi. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khariar Road to Fulchi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Fulchi is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fulchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulchi 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 Fulchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulchi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fulchi
Where is Fulchi located?
Fulchi village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Fulchi is Khairabhadi.
What is the pincode of Fulchi?
The pincode of Fulchi is 766108.
What is the population of Fulchi?
Fulchi has a total population of 381, including 190 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Fulchi?
There are 115 households in Fulchi.
What is the literacy rate in Fulchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulchi is 37.27%. Male literacy is 53.16% and female literacy is 21.47%.