Fuljhar - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Fuljhar is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fuljhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fuljhar is 384917. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Fuljhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fuljhar
According to the 2011 Census, Fuljhar village had a total population of 314 people, including 150 males and 164 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.13%, with male literacy at 80.80% and female literacy at 50.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
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 | 314 | 150 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 97 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 101 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 49 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Fuljhar
Fuljhar 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 Fuljhar
Public transport in the Fuljhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Fuljhar is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Fuljhar is about 25 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 Fuljhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fuljhar 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 Fuljhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fuljhar 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 Fuljhar
Where is Fuljhar located?
Fuljhar village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fuljhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Fuljhar is Kurda.
What is the pincode of Fuljhar?
The pincode of Fuljhar is 770040.
What is the population of Fuljhar?
Fuljhar had a total population of 314, including 150 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Fuljhar?
Fuljhar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fuljhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fuljhar was 65.13%. Male literacy was 80.80% and female literacy was 50.74%.