Fes - Shahade, Nandurbar
Fes is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Fes village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fes is 525631. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.02 hectares and falls under the 425423 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Fes village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandurbar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Fes
According to the 2011 Census, Fes village had a total population of 2,170 people, including 1,106 males and 1,064 females, living in 441 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.16%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 53.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,241.
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 | 2,170 | 1,106 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,241 | 629 | 612 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 677 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 992 | 429 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Fes
Fes is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Fes
Fes is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shahade to Fes is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Fes is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fes
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fes 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fes
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fes village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fes
Where is Fes located?
Fes village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Fes?
Fes is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fes?
The pincode of Fes is 425423.
What is the population of Fes?
Fes had a total population of 2,170, including 1,106 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Fes?
Fes had 441 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fes?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fes was 62.16%. Male literacy was 70.67% and female literacy was 53.47%.