Fulaiya - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Fulaiya is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Fulaiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulaiya is 056252. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.33 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Fulaiya 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fulaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Fulaiya village had a total population of 1,695 people, including 830 males and 865 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.71%, with male literacy at 92.43% and female literacy at 73.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 926.
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 | 1,695 | 830 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 926 | 428 | 498 |
| Literate Population | 1,263 | 684 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 146 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Fulaiya
Fulaiya 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 Fulaiya
Fulaiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Fulaiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Fulaiya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Fulaiya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fulaiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulaiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fulaiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulaiya 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 Fulaiya
Where is Fulaiya located?
Fulaiya village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fulaiya?
Fulaiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fulaiya?
The pincode of Fulaiya is 262311.
What is the population of Fulaiya?
Fulaiya had a total population of 1,695, including 830 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Fulaiya?
Fulaiya had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fulaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulaiya was 82.71%. Male literacy was 92.43% and female literacy was 73.57%.