Farkande Malli - Gairsain, Chamoli
Farkande Malli is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Farkande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farkande Malli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farkande Malli is 041899. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.7 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Farkande Malli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Farkande Malli
According to the 2011 Census, Farkande Malli village had a total population of 184 people, including 83 males and 101 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.28%, with male literacy at 82.09% and female literacy at 59.30%.
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 | 184 | 83 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 28 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Farkande Malli
Farkande Malli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marora | North | 0.85 km |
| Nail Laga Farakande | South | 1.23 km |
| Farakande Talli | West | 1.49 km |
| Rikholi | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Sare Gwar | North | 1.78 km |
| Gwar | East | 1.88 km |
| Kumoli Raiwan | South | 1.91 km |
| Kuneli Laga Marora | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Khadun Laga Gawali | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Ganwali | South-East | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farkande Malli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Farkande Malli. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Farkande Malli is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Farkande Malli is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farkande Malli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farkande Malli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Farkande Malli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farkande Malli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Farkande Malli
Where is Farkande Malli located?
Farkande Malli village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Farkande Malli?
The Gram Panchayat of Farkande Malli is Farkande.
What is the pincode of Farkande Malli?
The pincode of Farkande Malli is 246428.
What is the population of Farkande Malli?
Farkande Malli had a total population of 184, including 83 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Farkande Malli?
Farkande Malli had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farkande Malli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farkande Malli was 69.28%. Male literacy was 82.09% and female literacy was 59.30%.