Futana Mokasa - Pombhurna, Chandrapur
Futana Mokasa is a village situated in the Pombhurna tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pombhurna and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Futana Mokasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futana Mokasa is 541464. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.73 hectares and falls under the 441226 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Futana Mokasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Futana Mokasa
As per Census 2011, Futana Mokasa village has a total population of 1,486 people, consisting of 727 males and 759 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 887 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Futana Mokasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 727 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 75 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 212 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 520 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 207 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Futana Mokasa
Futana Mokasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghosari | North | 1.96 km |
| Chak Futana | West | 2.06 km |
| Dighori | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Loni Rith | South | 3.45 km |
| Kosambi Chak | West | 3.97 km |
| Gowardhan | East | 3.97 km |
| Selur Chak | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Nandgaon | East | 4.77 km |
| Chak Thana | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Nawegaon Chak | South | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futana Mokasa
Futana Mokasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Totewahi Halt, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.8 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 Futana Mokasa is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Futana Mokasa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futana Mokasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futana Mokasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Futana Mokasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futana Mokasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Futana Mokasa
Where is Futana Mokasa located?
Futana Mokasa village is located in Pombhurna Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futana Mokasa?
Futana Mokasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Futana Mokasa?
The pincode of Futana Mokasa is 441226.
What is the population of Futana Mokasa?
Futana Mokasa has a total population of 1,486, including 727 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Futana Mokasa?
There are 404 households in Futana Mokasa.
What is the literacy rate in Futana Mokasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futana Mokasa is 59.69%. Male literacy is 71.53% and female literacy is 48.35%.