Faraur
Faraur is a village located in Khamanon tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Khamanon (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Fraur is the gram panchayat of Faraur village.
Here you can discover what makes Faraur unique in its vibrant Khamanon-Fatehgarh Sahib region. You’ll see Faraur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Faraur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Faraur is 032942. The village spans a total geographical area of 719 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140101. Khamanon is nearest town to Faraur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Faraur
Population of Faraur
According to the 2011 Census, Faraur has a total population of about 2,597, with approximately 1,361 males and 1,236 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.31%, with male literacy at about 72.37% and female literacy near 63.83%. There are around 486 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Faraur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,597 | 1,361 | 1,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 170 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,230 | 643 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,774 | 985 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 376 | 447 |
Connectivity of Faraur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Faraur. As per the 2011 stats, Faraur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Faraur
Knowing the nearby villages of Faraur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Faraur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Faraur
- Where is Faraur located?
- Faraur village is situated in Khamanon Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Faraur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Faraur is Fraur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Faraur?
- The pincode of Faraur is 140101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Faraur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Faraur is 2,597, with 1,361 males and 1,236 females.
- How many households are there in Faraur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Faraur village has a total of 486 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Faraur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Faraur is 68.31%. The male literacy rate is 72.37%, while the female literacy rate is 63.83%.