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
As per Census 2011, Falu village has a total population of 4,019 people, consisting of 2,077 males and 1,942 females. The village has 844 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,399 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Falu are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 4,019, including 2,077 males and 1,942 females.
How many households are there in Falu?
There are 844 households in Falu.
What is the literacy rate in Falu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falu is 84.57%. Male literacy is 87.63% and female literacy is 81.31%.