Fostey
About Fostey
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Fostey village is 016846. Fostey village is located in Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Nadaun. Nadaun is the sub-district headquarter of Fostey village. As per 2009 stats, Faste is the gram panchayat of Fostey village.
The total geographical area of village is 35.23 hectares. Fostey has a total population of 304 peoples, out of which male population is 139 while female population is 165. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1187 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of fostey village is 75.00% out of which 78.42% males and 72.12% females are literate. There are about 68 houses in fostey village. Pincode of fostey village locality is 177044.
When it comes to administration, Fostey village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Fostey village comes under Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to fostey village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Fostey
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 139 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 109 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 30 | 46 |
Connectivity of Fostey
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fostey
Where is Fostey located?
Fostey village is situated in Nadaun Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fostey?
The Gram Panchayat of Fostey is Faste (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Fostey?
The pincode of Fostey is 177044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Fostey as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Fostey is 304, with 139 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Fostey as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Fostey village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fostey as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Fostey is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 78.42%, while the female literacy rate is 72.12%.