Farreh - Chautham, Khagaria
Farreh is a village situated in the Chautham subdivision of Khagaria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chautham and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Khagaria. Telaunchh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farreh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farreh is 238662. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 851201 pincode. Khagaria is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Farreh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Farreh
As per Census 2011, Farreh village has a total population of 2,754 people, consisting of 1,439 males and 1,315 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 599 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,401 literate and 1,353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farreh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,754 | 1,439 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 292 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 137 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 840 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,353 | 599 | 754 |
Nearby Villages of Farreh
Farreh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorhia | West | 1.40 km |
| Nirpur | North | 1.89 km |
| Telaunchh | East | 2.06 km |
| Shamshuddinpur | South | 2.57 km |
| Adabari | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Pahar Chak | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Pipra | East | 2.98 km |
| Banni | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Mahesh Khunt | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Bheria | North-East | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farreh
Farreh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chedhabanni Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.5 km.
| 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 Khagaria to Farreh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farreh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farreh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Farreh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farreh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Farreh
Where is Farreh located?
Farreh village is located in Chautham Subdivision, Khagaria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farreh?
The Gram Panchayat of Farreh is Telaunchh.
What is the pincode of Farreh?
The pincode of Farreh is 851201.
What is the population of Farreh?
Farreh has a total population of 2,754, including 1,439 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Farreh?
There are 540 households in Farreh.
What is the literacy rate in Farreh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farreh is 50.87%. Male literacy is 58.37% and female literacy is 42.66%.