Furtala - Gyaraspur, Vidisha
Furtala is a village situated in the Gyaraspur tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gyaraspur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Uhar Kotra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Furtala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Furtala is 481643. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.16 hectares and falls under the 464331 pincode. Vidisha is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Furtala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Furtala
As per Census 2011, Furtala village has a total population of 401 people, consisting of 224 males and 177 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 790 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Furtala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 401 | 224 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 156 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 68 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Furtala
Furtala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uhar Kotra | South | 2.06 km |
| Indarwas | West | 2.76 km |
| Madia Indarwas | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Gulawri | North | 3.46 km |
| Hatkheda | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Dhurera | South | 3.98 km |
| Dailakhedi | North | 4.16 km |
| Gyaraspur | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Anwai | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Maser | North-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Furtala
Furtala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gulabhganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vidisha to Furtala is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Furtala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Furtala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Furtala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Furtala 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 Furtala
Where is Furtala located?
Furtala village is located in Gyaraspur Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Furtala?
The Gram Panchayat of Furtala is Uhar Kotra.
What is the pincode of Furtala?
The pincode of Furtala is 464331.
What is the population of Furtala?
Furtala has a total population of 401, including 224 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Furtala?
There are 109 households in Furtala.
What is the literacy rate in Furtala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Furtala is 51.87%. Male literacy is 69.64% and female literacy is 29.38%.