Fardai - Shadhora, Ashoknagar
Fardai is a village situated in the Shadhora tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shadhora and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Karkhya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fardai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fardai is 500561. The village covers a total geographical area of 507 hectares and falls under the 473330 pincode. Ashoknagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Fardai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Fardai
As per Census 2011, Fardai village has a total population of 892 people, consisting of 487 males and 405 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fardai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 892 | 487 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 98 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 169 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 340 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 147 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Fardai
Fardai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Muhal Dehar | South | 1.68 km |
| Karkhya | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Bagulya | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Salalpur | West | 2.62 km |
| Hinotiya Khurd | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Jhagar | West | 3.56 km |
| Parbai | North | 3.57 km |
| Chiroli | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Balnai | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Diyadhari | East | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fardai
Fardai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shadhoragaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashoknagar to Fardai is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fardai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fardai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fardai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fardai 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Fardai
Where is Fardai located?
Fardai village is located in Shadhora Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fardai?
The Gram Panchayat of Fardai is Karkhya.
What is the pincode of Fardai?
The pincode of Fardai is 473330.
What is the population of Fardai?
Fardai has a total population of 892, including 487 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Fardai?
There are 165 households in Fardai.
What is the literacy rate in Fardai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fardai is 60.87%. Male literacy is 69.82% and female literacy is 50.12%.