Phull - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Phull is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Phul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phull village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phull is 029776. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 144629 pincode. Lohian Khass is the nearest town.
Phull village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phull
As per Census 2011, Phull village has a total population of 591 people, consisting of 307 males and 284 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phull are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 307 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 193 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 190 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 117 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Phull
Phull 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 Phull
Phull is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Phull.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Phull is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phull
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phull village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phull
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phull village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phull
Where is Phull located?
Phull village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phull?
The Gram Panchayat of Phull is Phul.
What is the pincode of Phull?
The pincode of Phull is 144629.
What is the population of Phull?
Phull has a total population of 591, including 307 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Phull?
There are 108 households in Phull.
What is the literacy rate in Phull?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phull is 59.22%. Male literacy is 61.89% and female literacy is 56.34%.