Phuldubi - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Phuldubi is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.7 km from Rudranagar and around 91.4 km from Alipore. Muriganga-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phuldubi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phuldubi is 335250. The village covers a total geographical area of 627.57 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Phuldubi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phuldubi
As per Census 2011, Phuldubi village has a total population of 5,731 people, consisting of 2,969 males and 2,762 females. The village has 1,171 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 737 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,072 literate and 1,659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phuldubi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,731 | 2,969 | 2,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 737 | 372 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,517 | 804 | 713 |
| Literate Population | 4,072 | 2,236 | 1,836 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,659 | 733 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Phuldubi
Phuldubi 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 Phuldubi
Phuldubi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Phuldubi is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Phuldubi is about 91.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phuldubi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phuldubi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phuldubi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phuldubi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Phuldubi
Where is Phuldubi located?
Phuldubi village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phuldubi?
The Gram Panchayat of Phuldubi is Muriganga-ii.
What is the pincode of Phuldubi?
The pincode of Phuldubi is 743373.
What is the population of Phuldubi?
Phuldubi has a total population of 5,731, including 2,969 males and 2,762 females.
How many households are there in Phuldubi?
There are 1,171 households in Phuldubi.
What is the literacy rate in Phuldubi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phuldubi is 71.05%. Male literacy is 75.31% and female literacy is 66.47%.