Phulbari - Islampur, Uttar Dinajpur
Phulbari is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 90.2 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Matikunda-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulbari is 309000. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.56 hectares and falls under the 733202 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Phulbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raiganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phulbari
As per Census 2011, Phulbari village has a total population of 5,134 people, consisting of 2,677 males and 2,457 females. The village has 943 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,062 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,312 literate and 2,822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulbari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,134 | 2,677 | 2,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,062 | 539 | 523 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 237 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,312 | 1,309 | 1,003 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,822 | 1,368 | 1,454 |
Nearby Villages of Phulbari
Phulbari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Durgapur | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Uttar Tuthipakar | North | 1.89 km |
| Kurhila | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Bolhanja | North | 2.71 km |
| Khabargaon | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Matikunda | East | 2.76 km |
| Ghoramara | West | 2.80 km |
| Nachankula | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Tarabari | East | 3.27 km |
| Chapasar | North | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phulbari
Phulbari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Aluabari Road, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Islampur to Phulbari is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Phulbari is about 90.2 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 Phulbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phulbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phulbari
Where is Phulbari located?
Phulbari village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulbari is Matikunda-i.
What is the pincode of Phulbari?
The pincode of Phulbari is 733202.
What is the population of Phulbari?
Phulbari has a total population of 5,134, including 2,677 males and 2,457 females.
How many households are there in Phulbari?
There are 943 households in Phulbari.
What is the literacy rate in Phulbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulbari is 45.03%. Male literacy is 48.90% and female literacy is 40.82%.