Falu - Vijapur, Mahesana
Falu is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Falu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falu is 509406. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.93 hectares and falls under the 384570 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Falu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Falu
According to the 2011 Census, Falu village had a total population of 4,019 people, including 2,077 males and 1,942 females, living in 844 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.71%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 90.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 343, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 4,019 | 2,077 | 1,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 229 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 170 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,399 | 1,820 | 1,579 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 257 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Falu
Falu 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 Falu
Public transport in the Falu is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Vijapur to Falu is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Falu is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Falu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Falu
Where is Falu located?
Falu village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Falu?
Falu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Falu?
The pincode of Falu is 384570.
What is the population of Falu?
Falu had a total population of 4,019, including 2,077 males and 1,942 females.
How many households are there in Falu?
Falu had 844 households.
What is the literacy rate in Falu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falu was 94.71%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 90.70%.