Phuljam

Phuljam is a village located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.9km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Phuljam village. As per 2009 stats, Nityanandapur is the gram panchayat of Phuljam village.

Phuljam has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Phuljam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Phuljam is 326201. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722133. Durgapur is nearest town to Phuljam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

When it comes to local governance, Phuljam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barjora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Phuljam

Below is a concise population overview of Phuljam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,567 806 761
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 226 122 104
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,183 593 590
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 769 491 278
Illiterate Population 798 315 483

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Phuljam village:

  • The total population of Phuljam village is around 1,567, including approximately 806 males and 761 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 226 children aged 0–6 years in Phuljam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Phuljam village has 1,183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Phuljam village is about 49.07%, with male literacy at 60.92% and female literacy at 36.53%.
  • There are around 363 households in Phuljam village.

Connectivity of Phuljam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Phuljam. As per the 2011 stats, Phuljam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Phuljam

Knowing the nearby villages of Phuljam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Phuljam.

Basudebpur Chausal Adwitpur Srichandrapur Ghanashyampur Anandapur Brajarajpur Chaitanyapur Dethol Chandipur Nityanandapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Phuljam

Where is Phuljam located?
Phuljam village is situated in Gangajalghati Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phuljam?
The Gram Panchayat of Phuljam is Nityanandapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Phuljam?
The pincode of Phuljam is 722133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Phuljam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phuljam is 1,567, with 806 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Phuljam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phuljam village has a total of 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phuljam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phuljam is 49.07%. The male literacy rate is 60.92%, while the female literacy rate is 36.53%.