Fagas - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Fagas is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Fagas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fagas is 513846. The village covers a total geographical area of 1788.56 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Fagas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fagas
According to the 2011 Census, Fagas village had a total population of 605 people, including 315 males and 290 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.86%, with male literacy at 79.09% and female literacy at 66.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Fagas
Fagas 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 Fagas
Public transport in the Fagas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalavad to Fagas is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Fagas is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fagas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fagas 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 Fagas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fagas 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 Fagas
Where is Fagas located?
Fagas village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fagas?
Fagas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fagas?
The pincode of Fagas is 361160.
What is the population of Fagas?
Fagas had a total population of 605, including 315 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Fagas?
Fagas had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fagas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fagas was 72.86%. Male literacy was 79.09% and female literacy was 66.30%.