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
According to the 2011 Census, Farer village had a total population of 1,739 people, including 881 males and 858 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.40%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 63.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 1,739 | 881 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,739, including 881 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Farer?
Farer had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farer was 72.40%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 63.12%.