Faraspal - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Faraspal is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Pharaspal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faraspal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faraspal is 450161. The village covers a total geographical area of 1637.75 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Faraspal 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 Faraspal
As per Census 2011, Faraspal village has a total population of 1,838 people, consisting of 930 males and 908 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 855 literate and 983 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,266 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faraspal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,838 | 930 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 120 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,266 | 623 | 643 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 565 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 365 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Faraspal
Faraspal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Midkulnar | South | 1.89 km |
| Masodi | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Keshapur | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Alnar | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Rewnar | East | 3.61 km |
| Kundenar | North | 4.59 km |
| Binjam | East | 5.01 km |
| Chidrapal | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Gondpal | South | 5.38 km |
| Siyanar | North-East | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faraspal
Faraspal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 65.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bade Bacheli to Faraspal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Faraspal is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faraspal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faraspal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Faraspal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faraspal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Faraspal
Where is Faraspal located?
Faraspal village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faraspal?
The Gram Panchayat of Faraspal is Pharaspal.
What is the pincode of Faraspal?
The pincode of Faraspal is 494449.
What is the population of Faraspal?
Faraspal has a total population of 1,838, including 930 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Faraspal?
There are 384 households in Faraspal.
What is the literacy rate in Faraspal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faraspal is 46.52%. Male literacy is 60.75% and female literacy is 31.94%.