Phoolpur Village - Pindra, Varanasi
Phoolpur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Phoolpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phoolpur is 208579. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.44 hectares and falls under the 221206 pincode.
Phoolpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phoolpur
As per Census 2011, Phoolpur village has a total population of 6,688 people, consisting of 3,424 males and 3,264 females. The village has 959 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 996 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,496 literate and 2,192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,340 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phoolpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,688 | 3,424 | 3,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 996 | 532 | 464 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,340 | 714 | 626 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,496 | 2,617 | 1,879 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,192 | 807 | 1,385 |
Nearby Villages of Phoolpur
Phoolpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mani | East | 0.95 km |
| Lokapur | South | 1.10 km |
| Thari | North | 1.49 km |
| Thana | West | 1.56 km |
| Surahee | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Vikrampur | East | 1.99 km |
| Prahaladpur | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Udhopur | North | 2.04 km |
| Ajaipur | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Khalishpur | North-East | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phoolpur
Phoolpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalispur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Varanasi to Phoolpur is about 28 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 Phoolpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phoolpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phoolpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phoolpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Phoolpur
Where is Phoolpur located?
Phoolpur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phoolpur?
Phoolpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phoolpur?
The pincode of Phoolpur is 221206.
What is the population of Phoolpur?
Phoolpur has a total population of 6,688, including 3,424 males and 3,264 females.
How many households are there in Phoolpur?
There are 959 households in Phoolpur.
What is the literacy rate in Phoolpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phoolpur is 67.22%. Male literacy is 76.43% and female literacy is 57.57%.