Phulbani - Nayagram, Jhargram
Phulbani is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Patina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulbani is 340818. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.96 hectares and falls under the 721135 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Phulbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phulbani
As per Census 2011, Phulbani village has a total population of 662 people, consisting of 332 males and 330 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulbani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 332 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 57 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 208 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 124 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Phulbani
Phulbani 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 Phulbani
Phulbani 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Phulbani is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phulbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phulbani
Where is Phulbani located?
Phulbani village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulbani is Patina.
What is the pincode of Phulbani?
The pincode of Phulbani is 721135.
What is the population of Phulbani?
Phulbani has a total population of 662, including 332 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Phulbani?
There are 148 households in Phulbani.
What is the literacy rate in Phulbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulbani is 55.44%. Male literacy is 62.65% and female literacy is 48.18%.