Futera - Chaurai, Chhindwara
Futera is a village situated in the Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaurai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Futera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futera is 494290. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.16 hectares and falls under the 480115 pincode. Chaurai Khas is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Futera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Futera
As per Census 2011, Futera village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 331 males and 309 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 395 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Futera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 331 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 202 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 224 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 107 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Futera
Futera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardua Mal. | East | 1.83 km |
| Mohagaon Bisala | North | 1.87 km |
| Giratiya Bisala | South | 1.96 km |
| Mohagaon Khurd | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Hardua Ryt. | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Sidap | West | 2.90 km |
| Sitajhir | East | 3.08 km |
| Giratiya Damani | South | 3.16 km |
| Auriya | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Samaswada | North | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futera
Futera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Samaswara, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chaurai Khas to Futera is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Futera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futera 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 Futera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futera 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 Futera
Where is Futera located?
Futera village is located in Chaurai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futera?
Futera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Futera?
The pincode of Futera is 480115.
What is the population of Futera?
Futera has a total population of 640, including 331 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Futera?
There are 136 households in Futera.
What is the literacy rate in Futera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futera is 59.69%. Male literacy is 67.67% and female literacy is 51.13%.