Farotka - Dalhousie, Chamba
Farotka is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Ruliyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farotka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farotka is 007449. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.77 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Farotka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farotka
As per Census 2011, Farotka village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 159 males and 169 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farotka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 159 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 132 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 27 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Farotka
Farotka 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 Farotka
Farotka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dalhousie to Farotka is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Farotka is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farotka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farotka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Farotka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farotka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Farotka
Where is Farotka located?
Farotka village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farotka?
The Gram Panchayat of Farotka is Ruliyani.
What is the pincode of Farotka?
The pincode of Farotka is 176306.
What is the population of Farotka?
Farotka has a total population of 328, including 159 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Farotka?
There are 54 households in Farotka.
What is the literacy rate in Farotka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farotka is 67.07%. Male literacy is 83.02% and female literacy is 52.07%.