Phulgram - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Phulgram is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Manteswar. Baghsan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulgram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulgram is 319616. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.8 hectares and falls under the 713125 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Phulgram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulgram
As per Census 2011, Phulgram village has a total population of 1,377 people, consisting of 672 males and 705 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 773 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulgram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,377 | 672 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 57 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 773 | 370 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 453 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 219 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Phulgram
Phulgram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Indrapuri | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Chhota Dheria | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Salun | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Nabagram | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Ataspur | South | 1.73 km |
| Paikurmuri | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Ausgram | West | 2.16 km |
| Narsana | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Baghasan | East | 2.42 km |
| Madhpur | South-West | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phulgram
Phulgram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Katwa to Phulgram is about 30 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 Phulgram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulgram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phulgram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulgram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phulgram
Where is Phulgram located?
Phulgram village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulgram?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulgram is Baghsan.
What is the pincode of Phulgram?
The pincode of Phulgram is 713125.
What is the population of Phulgram?
Phulgram has a total population of 1,377, including 672 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Phulgram?
There are 333 households in Phulgram.
What is the literacy rate in Phulgram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulgram is 59.40%. Male literacy is 67.41% and female literacy is 51.77%.