Chak Futana - Pombhurna, Chandrapur
Chak Futana is a village situated in the Pombhurna tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pombhurna and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Chak Futana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Futana is 541463. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.94 hectares and falls under the 441226 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Chak Futana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Futana
As per Census 2011, Chak Futana village has a total population of 758 people, consisting of 374 males and 384 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Futana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 758 | 374 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 265 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 109 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Futana
Chak Futana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kosambi Chak | West | 1.92 km |
| Futana Mokasa | East | 2.06 km |
| Selur Chak | South | 2.45 km |
| Ghosari | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Loni Rith | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Selur Nagreddi | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Dighori | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Thergaon Ryt. | West | 4.10 km |
| Nawegaon Chak | South | 4.45 km |
| Welwa Chak | South | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Futana
Chak Futana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kelzar, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mul to Chak Futana is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Chak Futana is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Futana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Futana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Futana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Futana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Futana
Where is Chak Futana located?
Chak Futana village is located in Pombhurna Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Futana?
Chak Futana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chak Futana?
The pincode of Chak Futana is 441226.
What is the population of Chak Futana?
Chak Futana has a total population of 758, including 374 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Chak Futana?
There are 215 households in Chak Futana.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Futana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Futana is 62.27%. Male literacy is 70.86% and female literacy is 53.91%.