Farasgaon - Belargaon, Dhamtari
Farasgaon is a village situated in the Belargaon tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from Nagari and around 85 km from Dhamtari. Farasgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farasgaon is 447365. The village covers a total geographical area of 684.8 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Farasgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farasgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Farasgaon village had a total population of 256 people, including 129 males and 127 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.88%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 49.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 256 | 129 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 87 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 42 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Farasgaon
Farasgaon 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 Farasgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Farasgaon.
| 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 Nagri to Farasgaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Farasgaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farasgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farasgaon 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 Farasgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farasgaon 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 Farasgaon
Where is Farasgaon located?
Farasgaon village is located in Belargaon Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Farasgaon?
Farasgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farasgaon?
The pincode of Farasgaon is 493778.
What is the population of Farasgaon?
Farasgaon had a total population of 256, including 129 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Farasgaon?
Farasgaon had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farasgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farasgaon was 62.88%. Male literacy was 76.99% and female literacy was 49.14%.