Farouda - Pithora, Mahasamund
Farouda is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Parsada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farouda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farouda is 446342. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.82 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Farouda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farouda
As per Census 2011, Farouda village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 313 males and 310 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farouda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 313 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 221 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 92 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Farouda
Farouda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolda | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Parasada | North | 2.01 km |
| Churrupali | West | 2.03 km |
| Charauda (charoda) | East | 2.17 km |
| Sewati | South | 2.69 km |
| Dogajhar | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Lilesar | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Bharuwamuda | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Rewa | South | 3.81 km |
| Suinara | South-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farouda
Farouda 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 Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Farouda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Farouda 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 Farouda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farouda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Farouda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farouda 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 Farouda
Where is Farouda located?
Farouda village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farouda?
The Gram Panchayat of Farouda is Parsada.
What is the pincode of Farouda?
The pincode of Farouda is 493449.
What is the population of Farouda?
Farouda has a total population of 623, including 313 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Farouda?
There are 158 households in Farouda.
What is the literacy rate in Farouda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farouda is 57.14%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 43.55%.