Farsatar - Belthara Road, Ballia
Farsatar is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Farsatar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farsatar is 197821. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.29 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Farsatar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farsatar
According to the 2011 Census, Farsatar village had a total population of 6,848 people, including 3,568 males and 3,280 females, living in 908 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.25%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 60.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,464, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 6,848 | 3,568 | 3,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 942 | 499 | 443 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,464 | 778 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 4,267 | 2,561 | 1,706 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,581 | 1,007 | 1,574 |
Nearby Villages of Farsatar
Farsatar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bidhara | South | 0.86 km |
| Bhikhampur | North | 1.30 km |
| Paliya | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Jahidpur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Kupat | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Salempur T. Farsatar | West | 1.87 km |
| Bhuari | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Chak Sherwani | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Bhadhar | West | 2.03 km |
| Parsa Nandouli Tajpur | South-East | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farsatar
Farsatar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Farsatar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Farsatar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farsatar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farsatar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Farsatar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farsatar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Farsatar
Where is Farsatar located?
Farsatar village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farsatar?
Farsatar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farsatar?
The pincode of Farsatar is 221715.
What is the population of Farsatar?
Farsatar had a total population of 6,848, including 3,568 males and 3,280 females.
How many households are there in Farsatar?
Farsatar had 908 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farsatar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farsatar was 72.25%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 60.13%.