Futguna - Pithora, Mahasamund
Futguna is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Durugpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Futguna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futguna is 446297. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.06 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Futguna 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 Futguna
As per Census 2011, Futguna village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 273 males and 296 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Futguna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 273 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 80 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 214 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 59 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Futguna
Futguna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanora | South | 1.69 km |
| Saragtora | West | 1.93 km |
| Hardi | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Jampali | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Bartunga | East | 2.59 km |
| Durugpali | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Gadbeda | North | 2.64 km |
| Belar | South | 3.22 km |
| Kauhakunda | East | 3.28 km |
| Sona Silli | West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futguna
Futguna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Futguna is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Futguna is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futguna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futguna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Futguna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futguna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Futguna
Where is Futguna located?
Futguna village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futguna?
The Gram Panchayat of Futguna is Durugpali.
What is the pincode of Futguna?
The pincode of Futguna is 493551.
What is the population of Futguna?
Futguna has a total population of 569, including 273 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Futguna?
There are 162 households in Futguna.
What is the literacy rate in Futguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futguna is 63.97%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 50.68%.