Falasan - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Falasan is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Falasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falasan is 510050. The village covers a total geographical area of 691.11 hectares and falls under the 383230 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Falasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Falasan
As per Census 2011, Falasan village has a total population of 1,664 people, consisting of 869 males and 795 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,146 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Falasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,664 | 869 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 117 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 127 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 683 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 186 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Falasan
Falasan 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 Falasan
Falasan 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Idar to Falasan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Falasan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Falasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Falasan
Where is Falasan located?
Falasan village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Falasan?
Falasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Falasan?
The pincode of Falasan is 383230.
What is the population of Falasan?
Falasan has a total population of 1,664, including 869 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Falasan?
There are 335 households in Falasan.
What is the literacy rate in Falasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falasan is 68.87%. Male literacy is 78.60% and female literacy is 58.24%.