Faldhara - Valsad
Faldhara is a village situated in the Valsad taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Valsad, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Faldhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faldhara is 523309. The village covers a total geographical area of 1287.01 hectares and falls under the 396055 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Faldhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faldhara
As per Census 2011, Faldhara village has a total population of 5,425 people, consisting of 2,734 males and 2,691 females. The village has 1,189 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 547 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,081 literate and 1,344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,358 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faldhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,425 | 2,734 | 2,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 547 | 281 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,358 | 2,705 | 2,653 |
| Literate Population | 4,081 | 2,213 | 1,868 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,344 | 521 | 823 |
Nearby Villages of Faldhara
Faldhara 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 Faldhara
Faldhara 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 Dharampur to Faldhara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Faldhara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faldhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faldhara 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 Faldhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faldhara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Faldhara
Where is Faldhara located?
Faldhara village is located in Valsad Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faldhara?
Faldhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faldhara?
The pincode of Faldhara is 396055.
What is the population of Faldhara?
Faldhara has a total population of 5,425, including 2,734 males and 2,691 females.
How many households are there in Faldhara?
There are 1,189 households in Faldhara.
What is the literacy rate in Faldhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faldhara is 75.23%. Male literacy is 80.94% and female literacy is 69.42%.