Phutipal - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Phutipal is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Beliabera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phutipal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phutipal is 340526. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.16 hectares and falls under the 721513 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Phutipal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phutipal
As per Census 2011, Phutipal village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 163 males and 160 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phutipal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 163 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 123 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 40 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Phutipal
Phutipal 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 Phutipal
Phutipal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Phutipal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phutipal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phutipal 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 Phutipal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phutipal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phutipal
Where is Phutipal located?
Phutipal village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phutipal?
The Gram Panchayat of Phutipal is Beliabera.
What is the pincode of Phutipal?
The pincode of Phutipal is 721513.
What is the population of Phutipal?
Phutipal has a total population of 323, including 163 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Phutipal?
There are 72 households in Phutipal.
What is the literacy rate in Phutipal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phutipal is 63.16%. Male literacy is 75.46% and female literacy is 50.63%.