Faggu - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Faggu is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bohal-taaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faggu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faggu is 022634. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Faggu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faggu
As per Census 2011, Faggu village has a total population of 194 people, consisting of 98 males and 96 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faggu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Faggu
Faggu 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 Faggu
Faggu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Faggu is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faggu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faggu 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 Faggu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faggu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Faggu
Where is Faggu located?
Faggu village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faggu?
The Gram Panchayat of Faggu is Bohal-taaliya.
What is the pincode of Faggu?
The pincode of Faggu is 173101.
What is the population of Faggu?
Faggu has a total population of 194, including 98 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Faggu?
There are 36 households in Faggu.
What is the literacy rate in Faggu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faggu is 78.87%. Male literacy is 82.65% and female literacy is 75.00%.