Farangta
Farangta is a village located in Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mangrol (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Farangta village is also a gram panchayat.
Farangta has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Farangta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Farangta is 514800. The village spans a total geographical area of 320.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362240. Mangrol is nearest town to Farangta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Farangta 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 Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Farangta
Population of Farangta
Below is a concise population overview of Farangta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,690 | 864 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 100 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 640 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 224 | 336 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Farangta village:
- The total population of Farangta village is around 1,690, including approximately 864 males and 826 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Farangta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Farangta village has 92 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 154 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Farangta village is about 66.86%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 59.32%.
- There are around 316 households in Farangta village.
Connectivity of Farangta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Farangta. As per the 2011 stats, Farangta 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 Farangta
Knowing the nearby villages of Farangta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Farangta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Farangta
- Where is Farangta located?
- Farangta village is situated in Mangrol Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Farangta?
- Farangta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Farangta?
- The pincode of Farangta is 362240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Farangta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Farangta is 1,690, with 864 males and 826 females.
- How many households are there in Farangta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Farangta village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Farangta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Farangta is 66.86%. The male literacy rate is 74.07%, while the female literacy rate is 59.32%.