Futtalab - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Futtalab is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Futtalab village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futtalab is 504496. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.56 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Meghnagar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Futtalab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Futtalab
As per Census 2011, Futtalab village has a total population of 991 people, consisting of 524 males and 467 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 915 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Futtalab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 991 | 524 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 915 | 485 | 430 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 324 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 200 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Futtalab
Futtalab 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amlipathar | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Fatepura | South | 1.96 km |
| Agral | East | 2.09 km |
| Sajeli Nanya Sath | North | 2.11 km |
| Bedawali | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Ghosaliya Bada | West | 2.53 km |
| Sajeli Malji Sath | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Sajeli Jokhani Sath | North | 3.04 km |
| Khachhartodi | West | 3.12 km |
| Hirapur | South-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futtalab
Futtalab is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Meghnagar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghnagar to Futtalab is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Futtalab is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futtalab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futtalab 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 Futtalab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futtalab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Futtalab
Where is Futtalab located?
Futtalab village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futtalab?
Futtalab is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Futtalab?
The pincode of Futtalab is 457779.
What is the population of Futtalab?
Futtalab has a total population of 991, including 524 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Futtalab?
There are 184 households in Futtalab.
What is the literacy rate in Futtalab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futtalab is 51.46%. Male literacy is 61.83% and female literacy is 39.83%.