Falwa - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Falwa is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Santrampur and around 55 km from Godhra. Falwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falwa is 518106. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.51 hectares and falls under the 389110 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Falwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Falwa
According to the 2011 Census, Falwa village had a total population of 1,773 people, including 910 males and 863 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.46%, with male literacy at 87.87% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,467.
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 | 1,773 | 910 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 160 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,467 | 754 | 713 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 659 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 251 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Falwa
Falwa 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 Falwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Falwa.
| 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 Santrampur to Falwa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Falwa is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Falwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Falwa
Where is Falwa located?
Falwa village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Falwa?
Falwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Falwa?
The pincode of Falwa is 389110.
What is the population of Falwa?
Falwa had a total population of 1,773, including 910 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Falwa?
Falwa had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Falwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falwa was 78.46%. Male literacy was 87.87% and female literacy was 68.42%.