Farsara - Mainpur, Gariyaband
Farsara is a village situated in the Mainpur tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Mainpur and around 152 km from Raipur. Dabnai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farsara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farsara is 445355. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.06 hectares and falls under the 493888 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Farsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farsara
According to the 2011 Census, Farsara village had a total population of 104 people, including 57 males and 47 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.90%, with male literacy at 65.91% and female literacy at 57.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 28 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Farsara
Farsara 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 Farsara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Farsara.
| 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 Gariyaband to Farsara is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Farsara is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farsara 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 Farsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farsara 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 Farsara
Where is Farsara located?
Farsara village is located in Mainpur Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Farsara?
The Gram Panchayat of Farsara is Dabnai.
What is the pincode of Farsara?
The pincode of Farsara is 493888.
What is the population of Farsara?
Farsara had a total population of 104, including 57 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Farsara?
Farsara had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farsara was 61.90%. Male literacy was 65.91% and female literacy was 57.50%.