Phulia - Santipur, Nadia
Phulia is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. Belgoria-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulia is 321955. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.27 hectares and falls under the 741402 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Phulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulia
According to the 2011 Census, Phulia village had a total population of 1,073 people, including 544 males and 529 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.03%, with male literacy at 78.07% and female literacy at 71.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 470.
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 | 1,073 | 544 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 239 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 381 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 163 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Phulia
Phulia 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 Phulia
Phulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Phulia.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Phulia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Phulia is about 26.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phulia
Where is Phulia located?
Phulia village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulia is Belgoria-i.
What is the pincode of Phulia?
The pincode of Phulia is 741402.
What is the population of Phulia?
Phulia had a total population of 1,073, including 544 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Phulia?
Phulia had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulia was 75.03%. Male literacy was 78.07% and female literacy was 71.83%.