Phooskhani - Mandawa, Jhunjhunu
Phooskhani is a village situated in the Mandawa tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Jhunjhunun and around 30 km from Jhunjhunun. Bhadarwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phooskhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phooskhani is 071033. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.26 hectares and falls under the 333701 pincode. Mukandgarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Phooskhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phooskhani
According to the 2011 Census, Phooskhani village had a total population of 1,369 people, including 686 males and 683 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.80%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 60.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 566.
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 | 1,369 | 686 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 98 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 279 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 540 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 146 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Phooskhani
Phooskhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kisari | North | 2.03 km |
| Churi Chatarpura | South | 2.16 km |
| Bahadurwas | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Sainswas | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Ajeetgarh | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Deenwa | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Meethwas | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Beswa | West | 4.65 km |
| Tetara | North | 4.68 km |
| Jatwali | South-East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phooskhani
Phooskhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dundlodh Mukundgarh, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mukandgarh to Phooskhani is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhunjhunun to Phooskhani is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phooskhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phooskhani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phooskhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phooskhani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phooskhani
Where is Phooskhani located?
Phooskhani village is located in Mandawa Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phooskhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Phooskhani is Bhadarwas.
What is the pincode of Phooskhani?
The pincode of Phooskhani is 333701.
What is the population of Phooskhani?
Phooskhani had a total population of 1,369, including 686 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Phooskhani?
Phooskhani had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phooskhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phooskhani was 75.80%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 60.23%.