Faror - Khamanon, Fatehgarh Sahib
Faror is a village situated in the Khamanon tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khamanon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Fraur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faror village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faror is 032942. The village covers a total geographical area of 719 hectares and falls under the 141801 pincode. Khamanon is the nearest town.
Faror village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bassi pathana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faror
As per Census 2011, Faror village has a total population of 2,597 people, consisting of 1,361 males and 1,236 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,774 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faror are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,774 | 985 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 376 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Faror
Faror 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bir Ram Garh | East | 2.06 km |
| Bhuttan | South | 2.19 km |
| Jatana Nicha | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Thikriwala | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Manderan | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Jatana Uncha | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Chari | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Bhambri | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Lakhanpur | North | 2.98 km |
| Barwali Kalan | South-West | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faror
Faror is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samrala, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehgarh Sahib to Faror is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faror
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faror village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Faror
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faror 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Faror
Where is Faror located?
Faror village is located in Khamanon Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faror?
The Gram Panchayat of Faror is Fraur.
What is the pincode of Faror?
The pincode of Faror is 141801.
What is the population of Faror?
Faror has a total population of 2,597, including 1,361 males and 1,236 females.
How many households are there in Faror?
There are 486 households in Faror.
What is the literacy rate in Faror?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faror is 68.31%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 63.83%.