Farod - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Farod is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Farod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farod is 518768. The village covers a total geographical area of 469.44 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Farod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farod
As per Census 2011, Farod village has a total population of 2,809 people, consisting of 1,453 males and 1,356 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,665 literate and 1,144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,809 | 1,453 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 188 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,665 | 1,021 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,144 | 432 | 712 |
Nearby Villages of Farod
Farod 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 Farod
Farod 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 Halol to Farod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Farod 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 Farod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Farod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Farod
Where is Farod located?
Farod village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farod?
Farod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farod?
The pincode of Farod is 389380.
What is the population of Farod?
Farod has a total population of 2,809, including 1,453 males and 1,356 females.
How many households are there in Farod?
There are 546 households in Farod.
What is the literacy rate in Farod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farod is 59.27%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 47.49%.