Phulbani - Sankrail, Jhargram
Phulbani is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kultikri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulbani is 341386. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.75 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Phulbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phulbani
According to the 2011 Census, Phulbani village had a total population of 750 people, including 401 males and 349 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.35%, with male literacy at 79.61% and female literacy at 64.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 536.
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 | 750 | 401 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 536 | 290 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 289 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 112 | 146 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Phulbani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phulbani
Where is Phulbani located?
Phulbani village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulbani is Kultikri.
What is the pincode of Phulbani?
The pincode of Phulbani is 721516.
What is the population of Phulbani?
Phulbani had a total population of 750, including 401 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Phulbani?
Phulbani had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulbani was 72.35%. Male literacy was 79.61% and female literacy was 64.04%.