Faradi - Mandvi, Kachchh
Faradi is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Faradi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faradi is 507256. The village covers a total geographical area of 5870.14 hectares and falls under the 370435 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Faradi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Faradi
As per Census 2011, Faradi village has a total population of 2,318 people, consisting of 1,194 males and 1,124 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,375 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 511 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faradi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,318 | 1,194 | 1,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 173 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 511 | 256 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,375 | 791 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 403 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Faradi
Faradi 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 Faradi
Faradi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Faradi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Faradi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faradi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faradi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Faradi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faradi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Faradi
Where is Faradi located?
Faradi village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faradi?
Faradi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faradi?
The pincode of Faradi is 370435.
What is the population of Faradi?
Faradi has a total population of 2,318, including 1,194 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Faradi?
There are 495 households in Faradi.
What is the literacy rate in Faradi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faradi is 59.32%. Male literacy is 66.25% and female literacy is 51.96%.