Phool Chaur - Haldwani, Nainital
Phool Chaur is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dewal Chaur Bandobasti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phool Chaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phool Chaur is 055183. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Phool Chaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phool Chaur
According to the 2011 Census, Phool Chaur village had a total population of 730 people, including 349 males and 381 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.23%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 89.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 730 | 349 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 297 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 52 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Phool Chaur
Phool Chaur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Phool Chaur
Phool Chaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Phool Chaur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Phool Chaur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Phool Chaur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phool Chaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phool Chaur 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 km |
Health Facilities in Phool Chaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phool Chaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phool Chaur
Where is Phool Chaur located?
Phool Chaur village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phool Chaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Phool Chaur is Dewal Chaur Bandobasti.
What is the pincode of Phool Chaur?
The pincode of Phool Chaur is 263139.
What is the population of Phool Chaur?
Phool Chaur had a total population of 730, including 349 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Phool Chaur?
Phool Chaur had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phool Chaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phool Chaur was 93.23%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 89.67%.