Phulaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Phulaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 81 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulaguda is 425399. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Phulaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulaguda
As per Census 2011, Phulaguda village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 129 males and 152 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 129 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 121 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 88 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Phulaguda
Phulaguda 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 Phulaguda
Phulaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rayagada to Phulaguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Phulaguda 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 Phulaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phulaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulaguda 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 Phulaguda
Where is Phulaguda located?
Phulaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulaguda is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Phulaguda?
The pincode of Phulaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Phulaguda?
Phulaguda has a total population of 281, including 129 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Phulaguda?
There are 66 households in Phulaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Phulaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulaguda is 24.56%. Male literacy is 31.78% and female literacy is 18.42%.