Futala - Mohadi, Bhandara
Futala is a village situated in the Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohadi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Bacchera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Futala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futala is 536797. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.13 hectares and falls under the 441914 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Futala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tumsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Futala
According to the 2011 Census, Futala village had a total population of 414 people, including 212 males and 202 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 414 | 212 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 156 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 56 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Futala
Futala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bacchera | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Hivra | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Deulgaon | East | 3.05 km |
| Kandri | South | 3.09 km |
| Bitekhari | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Mandekasa (hamesha) | North | 3.59 km |
| Lanzera | East | 4.51 km |
| Bondri | South | 4.55 km |
| Gowaritola | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Pitesur | North-East | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Futala. The nearest railway station is Chicholi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tumsar to Futala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Futala is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Futala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futala 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 Futala
Where is Futala located?
Futala village is located in Mohadi Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futala?
The Gram Panchayat of Futala is Bacchera.
What is the pincode of Futala?
The pincode of Futala is 441914.
What is the population of Futala?
Futala had a total population of 414, including 212 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Futala?
Futala had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Futala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futala was 73.53%. Male literacy was 83.42% and female literacy was 63.64%.