Farang - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Farang is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Faranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farang is 423909. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Farang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farang
As per Census 2011, Farang village has a total population of 1,324 people, consisting of 679 males and 645 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 791 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,324 | 679 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 59 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 118 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 485 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 194 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Farang
Farang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phunda | East | 1.30 km |
| Karlaguda | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Kandulguda | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Atigaon | South | 2.48 km |
| Kumbhari | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Chilgaon | East | 2.87 km |
| Bagabahal | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Temri | West | 3.45 km |
| Daspur | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Khairapadar | North-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farang
Farang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Farang is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Farang is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Farang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Farang
Where is Farang located?
Farang village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farang?
The Gram Panchayat of Farang is Faranga.
What is the pincode of Farang?
The pincode of Farang is 766029.
What is the population of Farang?
Farang has a total population of 1,324, including 679 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Farang?
There are 350 households in Farang.
What is the literacy rate in Farang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farang is 59.74%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 47.44%.