Fulawar - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Fulawar is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Fulawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulawar is 214268. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.06 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Fulawar 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 Fulawar
As per Census 2011, Fulawar village has a total population of 2,198 people, consisting of 1,140 males and 1,058 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,160 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 930 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 395 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fulawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,198 | 1,140 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 218 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 930 | 483 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 196 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 719 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 421 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Fulawar
Fulawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sui Chattan | North-East | 0.70 km |
| Chak Fulwar | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Joru Khar | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Patariha | West | 1.96 km |
| Dhuriya | South | 3.06 km |
| Dumara | West | 3.08 km |
| Polawa | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Baghamandawa | South | 3.22 km |
| Chakjoru Khar | East | 3.36 km |
| Hirachak | South-West | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fulawar
Fulawar 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 116.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sonbhadra to Fulawar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Fulawar is about 81 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 Fulawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulawar 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 Fulawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fulawar
Where is Fulawar located?
Fulawar village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulawar?
Fulawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fulawar?
The pincode of Fulawar is 231208.
What is the population of Fulawar?
Fulawar has a total population of 2,198, including 1,140 males and 1,058 females.
How many households are there in Fulawar?
There are 409 households in Fulawar.
What is the literacy rate in Fulawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulawar is 52.78%. Male literacy is 63.07% and female literacy is 41.68%.