Pharadbahar - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Pharadbahar is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Faradbahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pharadbahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharadbahar is 434183. The village covers a total geographical area of 727.9 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pharadbahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pharadbahar
According to the 2011 Census, Pharadbahar village had a total population of 1,217 people, including 610 males and 607 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.69%, with male literacy at 69.56% and female literacy at 49.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 793.
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 | 1,217 | 610 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 91 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 793 | 399 | 394 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 361 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 249 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Pharadbahar
Pharadbahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharmunda | East | 1.82 km |
| Saraitoli | West | 1.87 km |
| Baro | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Daltoli | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Mundadih | North | 3.21 km |
| Garighat | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Ankira | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Konpara | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Bhejari Dand | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Tumla | South | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pharadbahar
Pharadbahar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Pharadbahar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Pharadbahar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pharadbahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharadbahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pharadbahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharadbahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pharadbahar
Where is Pharadbahar located?
Pharadbahar village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pharadbahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharadbahar is Faradbahar.
What is the pincode of Pharadbahar?
The pincode of Pharadbahar is 496245.
What is the population of Pharadbahar?
Pharadbahar had a total population of 1,217, including 610 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Pharadbahar?
Pharadbahar had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharadbahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharadbahar was 59.69%. Male literacy was 69.56% and female literacy was 49.61%.