Farasmadur - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Farasmadur is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Fundri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farasmadur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farasmadur is 450154. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.92 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Farasmadur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farasmadur
As per Census 2011, Farasmadur village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 123 males and 120 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farasmadur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 109 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 57 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 66 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Farasmadur
Farasmadur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodoli | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Talnar | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Faraspal Alias Bodali | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Pinkonda | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Chidrapal | East | 4.91 km |
| Nelasnar | North-East | 5.42 km |
| Fundari | North-West | 5.88 km |
| Darapal | East | 5.95 km |
| Muhander | South-East | 6.01 km |
| Bangoli | North | 6.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farasmadur
Public transport in the Farasmadur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 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 Bade Bacheli to Farasmadur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Farasmadur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farasmadur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farasmadur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Farasmadur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farasmadur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Farasmadur
Where is Farasmadur located?
Farasmadur village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farasmadur?
The Gram Panchayat of Farasmadur is Fundri.
What is the pincode of Farasmadur?
The pincode of Farasmadur is 494449.
What is the population of Farasmadur?
Farasmadur has a total population of 243, including 123 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Farasmadur?
There are 51 households in Farasmadur.
What is the literacy rate in Farasmadur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farasmadur is 33.33%. Male literacy is 46.34% and female literacy is 20.00%.