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.
Here you can discover what makes Farangta unique in its vibrant Mangrol-Junagadh region. You’ll see Farangta’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Farangta has a total population of about 1,690, with approximately 864 males and 826 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 92 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 154. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.86%, with male literacy at about 74.07% and female literacy near 59.32%. There are around 316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Farangta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.