Chak Fulwar - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Chak Fulwar is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Fulawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Fulwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Fulwar is 214267. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.94 hectares and falls under the 231225 pincode. Dudhi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chak Fulwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Fulwar
As per Census 2011, Chak Fulwar village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 92 males and 88 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Fulwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 44 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 48 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Fulwar
Chak Fulwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fulawar | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Patariha | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Sui Chattan | East | 1.77 km |
| Dumara | West | 1.87 km |
| Chak Korgi | West | 2.89 km |
| Joru Khar | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Koragi | West | 3.17 km |
| Polawa | South | 3.54 km |
| Hirachak | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Pipar Dih | West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Fulwar
Chak Fulwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dudhi to Chak Fulwar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Chak Fulwar is about 82 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 Chak Fulwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Fulwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Fulwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Fulwar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Fulwar
Where is Chak Fulwar located?
Chak Fulwar village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Fulwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Fulwar is Fulawar.
What is the pincode of Chak Fulwar?
The pincode of Chak Fulwar is 231225.
What is the population of Chak Fulwar?
Chak Fulwar has a total population of 180, including 92 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Chak Fulwar?
There are 36 households in Chak Fulwar.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Fulwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Fulwar is 31.11%. Male literacy is 47.83% and female literacy is 13.64%.