Futara - Khairlanji, Balaghat
Futara is a village situated in the Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khairlanji and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Siwanghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Futara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futara is 497529. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.82 hectares and falls under the 481335 pincode. Waraseoni is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Futara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Waraseoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Futara
According to the 2011 Census, Futara village had a total population of 898 people, including 432 males and 466 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.61%, with male literacy at 93.25% and female literacy at 74.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 898 | 432 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 359 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 73 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Futara
Futara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lawani | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Siwanghat | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Arambha | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Kinhi | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Bhendara Basti | North | 3.37 km |
| Deori | South | 3.61 km |
| Ghoti | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Gunai | West | 4.40 km |
| Mohadi | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Dangorli | East | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futara
Futara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gangajhari, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Waraseoni to Futara is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Futara is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Futara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Futara
Where is Futara located?
Futara village is located in Khairlanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Futara?
The Gram Panchayat of Futara is Siwanghat.
What is the pincode of Futara?
The pincode of Futara is 481335.
What is the population of Futara?
Futara had a total population of 898, including 432 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Futara?
Futara had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Futara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futara was 83.61%. Male literacy was 93.25% and female literacy was 74.51%.