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
As per Census 2011, Futera Kalan village has a total population of 6,398 people, consisting of 3,336 males and 3,062 females. The village has 1,406 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 985 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,037 literate and 2,361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Futera Kalan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 6,398, including 3,336 males and 3,062 females.
How many households are there in Futera Kalan?
There are 1,406 households in Futera Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Futera Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futera Kalan is 63.10%. Male literacy is 69.66% and female literacy is 55.94%.