Fulaalasa - Satyabadi, Puri
Fulaalasa is a village situated in the Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satyabadi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Jayapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fulaalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulaalasa is 409709. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 752014 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Fulaalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fulaalasa
As per Census 2011, Fulaalasa village has a total population of 2,508 people, consisting of 1,315 males and 1,193 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,105 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 497 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fulaalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,508 | 1,315 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 259 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,105 | 1,139 | 966 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 176 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Fulaalasa
Fulaalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satyabadi | East | 1.19 km |
| Mulaalasa | South | 1.24 km |
| Sriramchandrapur | West | 2.38 km |
| Biragobindapur | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Biramchandrapur | North | 2.62 km |
| Alasaranga | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Chaudabatia | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Bhatapur | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Biswanathapur | East | 3.43 km |
| Biranarasinghpur | South | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fulaalasa
Fulaalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Fulaalasa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Fulaalasa is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fulaalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulaalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fulaalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulaalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Fulaalasa
Where is Fulaalasa located?
Fulaalasa village is located in Satyabadi Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulaalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Fulaalasa is Jayapur.
What is the pincode of Fulaalasa?
The pincode of Fulaalasa is 752014.
What is the population of Fulaalasa?
Fulaalasa has a total population of 2,508, including 1,315 males and 1,193 females.
How many households are there in Fulaalasa?
There are 521 households in Fulaalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Fulaalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulaalasa is 83.93%. Male literacy is 86.62% and female literacy is 80.97%.