Facharia - Dhari, Amreli
Facharia is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Govindpur-fachariy-matamala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Facharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Facharia is 515727. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.31 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Facharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Facharia
According to the 2011 Census, Facharia village had a total population of 507 people, including 255 males and 252 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.84%, with male literacy at 86.16% and female literacy at 77.68%.
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 | 507 | 255 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 193 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 62 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Facharia
Facharia 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 Facharia
Facharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Facharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Facharia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Facharia is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Facharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Facharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Facharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Facharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Facharia
Where is Facharia located?
Facharia village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Facharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Facharia is Govindpur-fachariy-matamala.
What is the pincode of Facharia?
The pincode of Facharia is 365640.
What is the population of Facharia?
Facharia had a total population of 507, including 255 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Facharia?
Facharia had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Facharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Facharia was 81.84%. Male literacy was 86.16% and female literacy was 77.68%.