Finchod - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Finchod is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Finchod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Finchod is 510052. The village covers a total geographical area of 791.98 hectares and falls under the 383230 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Finchod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Finchod
As per Census 2011, Finchod village has a total population of 2,747 people, consisting of 1,401 males and 1,346 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,921 literate and 826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Finchod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,747 | 1,401 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 169 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 245 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 1,921 | 1,088 | 833 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 313 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Finchod
Finchod 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 Finchod
Finchod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Finchod.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Idar to Finchod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Finchod 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 Finchod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Finchod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Finchod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Finchod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Finchod
Where is Finchod located?
Finchod village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Finchod?
Finchod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Finchod?
The pincode of Finchod is 383230.
What is the population of Finchod?
Finchod has a total population of 2,747, including 1,401 males and 1,346 females.
How many households are there in Finchod?
There are 619 households in Finchod.
What is the literacy rate in Finchod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Finchod is 69.93%. Male literacy is 77.66% and female literacy is 61.89%.