Farer - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Farer is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Farer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farer is 514347. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.84 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Farer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Farer
As per Census 2011, Farer village has a total population of 1,739 people, consisting of 881 males and 858 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,120 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,739 | 881 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 639 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 242 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Farer
Farer 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 Farer
Farer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bantwa to Farer is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Farer is about 57 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 Farer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farer 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 Farer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Farer
Where is Farer located?
Farer village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farer?
Farer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farer?
The pincode of Farer is 362620.
What is the population of Farer?
Farer has a total population of 1,739, including 881 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Farer?
There are 347 households in Farer.
What is the literacy rate in Farer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farer is 64.40%. Male literacy is 72.53% and female literacy is 56.06%.