Fardahia - Mashrakh, Saran
Fardahia is a village situated in the Mashrakh subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mashrakh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Dumarshan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fardahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fardahia is 232816. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 841418 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Fardahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Fardahia
According to the 2011 Census, Fardahia village had a total population of 1,356 people, including 704 males and 652 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.36%, with male literacy at 75.92% and female literacy at 58.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 1,356 | 704 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 131 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 435 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 269 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Fardahia
Fardahia 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 Fardahia
Fardahia 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 Fardahia.
| 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 Chapra to Fardahia is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Fardahia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fardahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fardahia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fardahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fardahia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fardahia
Where is Fardahia located?
Fardahia village is located in Mashrakh Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fardahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Fardahia is Dumarshan.
What is the pincode of Fardahia?
The pincode of Fardahia is 841418.
What is the population of Fardahia?
Fardahia had a total population of 1,356, including 704 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Fardahia?
Fardahia had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fardahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fardahia was 67.36%. Male literacy was 75.92% and female literacy was 58.21%.