Fagas
Fagas is a village located in Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kalavad (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Fagas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Fagas unique in its vibrant Kalavad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Fagas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Fagas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Fagas is 513846. The village spans a total geographical area of 1788.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361160. Kalavad is nearest town to Fagas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Fagas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Fagas
Population of Fagas
According to the 2011 Census, Fagas has a total population of about 605, with approximately 315 males and 290 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 34. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.44%, with male literacy at about 72.06% and female literacy near 62.41%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Fagas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 315 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 227 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 88 | 109 |
Connectivity of Fagas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Fagas. As per the 2011 stats, Fagas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Fagas
Knowing the nearby villages of Fagas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Fagas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fagas
- Where is Fagas located?
- Fagas village is situated in Kalavad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Fagas?
- Fagas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Fagas?
- The pincode of Fagas is 361160, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Fagas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Fagas is 605, with 315 males and 290 females.
- How many households are there in Fagas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Fagas village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Fagas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Fagas is 67.44%. The male literacy rate is 72.06%, while the female literacy rate is 62.41%.