Futera Kalan - Batiyagarh, Damoh
Futera Kalan is a village situated in the Batiyagarh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batiyagarh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Futerakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Futera Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futera Kalan is 462053. The village covers a total geographical area of 1277.98 hectares and falls under the 470673 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town.
Futera Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Futera Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Futera Kalan village had a total population of 6,398 people, including 3,336 males and 3,062 females, living in 1,406 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.58%, with male literacy at 82.32% and female literacy at 66.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,572, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 6,398 | 3,336 | 3,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 985 | 513 | 472 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,572 | 817 | 755 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 53 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 4,037 | 2,324 | 1,713 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,361 | 1,012 | 1,349 |
Nearby Villages of Futera Kalan
Futera Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Menwar | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Jhira | East | 3.97 km |
| Bakayan | South | 3.98 km |
| Lukayan | West | 4.01 km |
| Ghurata | North | 4.16 km |
| Bijori Sirsiya | South | 4.26 km |
| Barkuwain | West | 4.31 km |
| Sita Nagar | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Bhatera | South-West | 4.91 km |
| Madhkola | East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futera Kalan
Public transport in the Futera Kalan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karhiya Bhadeli, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Damoh to Futera Kalan is about 30 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 Futera Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futera Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Futera Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Futera Kalan
Where is Futera Kalan located?
Futera Kalan village is located in Batiyagarh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futera Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Futera Kalan is Futerakala.
What is the pincode of Futera Kalan?
The pincode of Futera Kalan is 470673.
What is the population of Futera Kalan?
Futera Kalan had a total population of 6,398, including 3,336 males and 3,062 females.
How many households are there in Futera Kalan?
Futera Kalan had 1,406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Futera Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futera Kalan was 74.58%. Male literacy was 82.32% and female literacy was 66.14%.