Farhada - Suhela, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Farhada is a village situated in the Suhela tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from Simga and around 72 km from Raipur. Farhada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farhada is 443553. The village covers a total geographical area of 829.5 hectares and falls under the 493118 pincode. Bhatapara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Farhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farhada
As per Census 2011, Farhada village has a total population of 1,596 people, consisting of 793 males and 803 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,017 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farhada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,596 | 793 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 171 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 596 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 197 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Farhada
Farhada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Noharkapa | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Khamhikurmi | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Khamharia | East | 2.01 km |
| Dhotma | West | 2.86 km |
| Goindra | South | 2.86 km |
| Goindri | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Baigna | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Buchuakapa | North | 3.76 km |
| Lauda | East | 3.87 km |
| Totakapa | East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farhada
Farhada 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 Belha, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhatapara to Farhada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Farhada is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farhada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Farhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farhada 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 Farhada
Where is Farhada located?
Farhada village is located in Suhela Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farhada?
Farhada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farhada?
The pincode of Farhada is 493118.
What is the population of Farhada?
Farhada has a total population of 1,596, including 793 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Farhada?
There are 371 households in Farhada.
What is the literacy rate in Farhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farhada is 63.72%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 52.43%.