Feench - Luni, Jodhpur
Feench is a village situated in the Luni tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Luni and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Feech serves as the Gram Panchayat for Feench village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Feench is 085629. The village covers a total geographical area of 2836 hectares and falls under the 342801 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Feench village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Luni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Feench
According to the 2011 Census, Feench village had a total population of 5,739 people, including 2,980 males and 2,759 females, living in 934 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.45%, with male literacy at 74.30% and female literacy at 41.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 969, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 5,739 | 2,980 | 2,759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,079 | 560 | 519 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 969 | 504 | 465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 2,724 | 1,798 | 926 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,015 | 1,182 | 1,833 |
Nearby Villages of Feench
Feench 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hamir Nagar | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Sardargarh | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Hanuman Nagar | South | 3.77 km |
| Basni Jhoonthan | North | 4.40 km |
| Chak Barliya | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Ram Nagar | North | 5.20 km |
| Krishna Nagar | South-West | 5.69 km |
| Mukanpura | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Nimbalasar | North-East | 5.95 km |
| Shivgaon | West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Feench
Feench is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sutlana, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jodhpur to Feench is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Feench
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Feench 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 Feench
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Feench 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Feench
Where is Feench located?
Feench village is located in Luni Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Feench?
The Gram Panchayat of Feench is Feech.
What is the pincode of Feench?
The pincode of Feench is 342801.
What is the population of Feench?
Feench had a total population of 5,739, including 2,980 males and 2,759 females.
How many households are there in Feench?
Feench had 934 households.
What is the literacy rate in Feench?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Feench was 58.45%. Male literacy was 74.30% and female literacy was 41.34%.