Faguram - Gharghoda, Raigarh
Faguram is a village situated in the Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharghoda and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Faguram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faguram is 434666. The village covers a total geographical area of 1277.08 hectares and falls under the 496111 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Faguram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faguram
As per Census 2011, Faguram village has a total population of 1,989 people, consisting of 990 males and 999 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,178 literate and 811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faguram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,989 | 990 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 141 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 131 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,154 | 577 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 676 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 314 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Faguram
Faguram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saraipali | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Karichapar | South | 2.46 km |
| Rumkera | East | 3.49 km |
| Bijari | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Chheerbhauna | South | 3.87 km |
| Gharghodi | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Teram | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Baraud | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Kudumkela | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Kurmibhaona | North-East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faguram
Faguram 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 Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gharghoda to Faguram is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Faguram is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faguram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faguram 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 Faguram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faguram 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Faguram
Where is Faguram located?
Faguram village is located in Gharghoda Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faguram?
Faguram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faguram?
The pincode of Faguram is 496111.
What is the population of Faguram?
Faguram has a total population of 1,989, including 990 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Faguram?
There are 488 households in Faguram.
What is the literacy rate in Faguram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faguram is 59.23%. Male literacy is 68.28% and female literacy is 50.25%.