Farsh - Aut, Mandi
Farsh is a village situated in the Aut tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Farsh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farsh is 014836. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 175121 pincode. Bhuntar is the nearest town.
Farsh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farsh
According to the 2011 Census, Farsh village had a total population of 641 people, including 329 males and 312 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.93%, with male literacy at 86.76% and female literacy at 64.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 400, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 329 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 206 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 249 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 80 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Farsh
Farsh 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 Farsh
Farsh 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 Mandi to Farsh is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farsh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farsh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Farsh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farsh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Farsh
Where is Farsh located?
Farsh village is located in Aut Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farsh?
Farsh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farsh?
The pincode of Farsh is 175121.
What is the population of Farsh?
Farsh had a total population of 641, including 329 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Farsh?
Farsh had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farsh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farsh was 75.93%. Male literacy was 86.76% and female literacy was 64.75%.