Farasnar - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Farasnar is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 147 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Kerpe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farasnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farasnar is 450667. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.43 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town.
Farasnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farasnar
According to the 2011 Census, Farasnar village had a total population of 75 people, including 41 males and 34 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.57%, with male literacy at 37.04% and female literacy at 4.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Farasnar
Farasnar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudme | South | 3.62 km |
| Karkawada | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Halbatumirguda | South-West | 6.43 km |
| Motakwaya | South | 7.97 km |
| Biramungi | South-East | 7.98 km |
| Pengunda | South-West | 9.54 km |
| Pumbali | South-West | 10.00 km |
| Muchler | South | 12.06 km |
| Netiwada | South-West | 12.15 km |
| Netikakler | South | 12.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farasnar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Farasnar. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bijapur to Farasnar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farasnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farasnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Farasnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farasnar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Farasnar
Where is Farasnar located?
Farasnar village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farasnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Farasnar is Kerpe.
What is the pincode of Farasnar?
The pincode of Farasnar is 494448.
What is the population of Farasnar?
Farasnar had a total population of 75, including 41 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Farasnar?
Farasnar had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farasnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farasnar was 21.57%. Male literacy was 37.04% and female literacy was 4.17%.