Phooliya Kalan - Phooliya Kalan, Bhilwara
Phooliya Kalan is a village situated in the Phooliya Kalan tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from Shahpura and around 80 km from Bhilwara. Phooliya Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phooliya Kalan is 094877. The village covers a total geographical area of 2639.77 hectares and falls under the 311407 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Phooliya Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phooliya Kalan
As per Census 2011, Phooliya Kalan village has a total population of 7,516 people, consisting of 3,852 males and 3,664 females. The village has 1,506 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,038 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,811 literate and 3,705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,939 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phooliya Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,516 | 3,852 | 3,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,038 | 550 | 488 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,939 | 996 | 943 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 3,811 | 2,442 | 1,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,705 | 1,410 | 2,295 |
Nearby Villages of Phooliya Kalan
Phooliya Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santosh Pura | West | 2.93 km |
| Rajpura | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Jora Ka Khera | West | 3.75 km |
| Ratanpura | East | 4.01 km |
| Ganpatiya Khera | North | 4.20 km |
| Khera Hetam | North | 4.27 km |
| Sangari | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Malik Khera @ Maganpura | West | 4.62 km |
| Rampura | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Taswariya Bansa | South | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phooliya Kalan
Phooliya Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gulabpura, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahpura to Phooliya Kalan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Phooliya Kalan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phooliya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phooliya Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phooliya Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phooliya Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phooliya Kalan
Where is Phooliya Kalan located?
Phooliya Kalan village is located in Phooliya Kalan Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phooliya Kalan?
Phooliya Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phooliya Kalan?
The pincode of Phooliya Kalan is 311407.
What is the population of Phooliya Kalan?
Phooliya Kalan has a total population of 7,516, including 3,852 males and 3,664 females.
How many households are there in Phooliya Kalan?
There are 1,506 households in Phooliya Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Phooliya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phooliya Kalan is 50.71%. Male literacy is 63.40% and female literacy is 37.36%.