Futa - Meghraj, Arvalli
Futa is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Meghraj and around 95 km from Himatnagar. Moti Pundali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Futa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futa is 510356. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.54 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Futa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Futa
According to the 2011 Census, Futa village had a total population of 272 people, including 133 males and 139 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 93.91% and female literacy at 71.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 108 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 25 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Futa
Futa 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 Futa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Futa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Futa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Futa is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futa 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 Futa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Futa
Where is Futa located?
Futa village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Futa?
The Gram Panchayat of Futa is Moti Pundali.
What is the pincode of Futa?
The pincode of Futa is 383350.
What is the population of Futa?
Futa had a total population of 272, including 133 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Futa?
Futa had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Futa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futa was 82.35%. Male literacy was 93.91% and female literacy was 71.54%.