Futwari - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Futwari is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Futwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futwari is 458094. The village covers a total geographical area of 945.9 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Futwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Futwari
As per Census 2011, Futwari village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,061 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,096 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 503 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Futwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,116 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 193 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 194 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 244 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 665 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 451 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Futwari
Futwari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagwan | North | 3.84 km |
| Patan | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Chak No 2 | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Erora | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Gorakhpura | South | 5.09 km |
| Sujanpura | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Kadwan | North-West | 5.94 km |
| Panwari | West | 6.81 km |
| Barethi | North | 7.53 km |
| Sirbon | South | 8.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futwari
Futwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| 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 Bada Malhera to Futwari is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Futwari is about 65 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 Futwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futwari 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 Futwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Futwari
Where is Futwari located?
Futwari village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futwari?
Futwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Futwari?
The pincode of Futwari is 471313.
What is the population of Futwari?
Futwari has a total population of 2,177, including 1,116 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Futwari?
There are 517 households in Futwari.
What is the literacy rate in Futwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futwari is 50.34%. Male literacy is 59.59% and female literacy is 40.62%.