Farson - Gairsain, Chamoli
Farson is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Aagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farson village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farson is 041976. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.98 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Farson village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Farson
According to the 2011 Census, Farson village had a total population of 162 people, including 63 males and 99 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,571 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.21%, with male literacy at 98.11% and female literacy at 79.35%.
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 | 162 | 63 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 52 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Farson
Farson 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisarakheta Palla | South | 0.83 km |
| Syunimalli | North | 0.98 km |
| Kolakhi Gwar | East | 1.52 km |
| Agar Laga Jinagor | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Bhanot Gwar | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Jinagor | West | 1.74 km |
| Thala | South | 1.91 km |
| Dhargar | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Latudhar | West | 2.00 km |
| Saner Laga Jingor | West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farson
Farson is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.8 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 Karnaprayag to Farson is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Farson is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farson 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 Farson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farson 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 Farson
Where is Farson located?
Farson village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Farson?
The Gram Panchayat of Farson is Aagar.
What is the pincode of Farson?
The pincode of Farson is 246428.
What is the population of Farson?
Farson had a total population of 162, including 63 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Farson?
Farson had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farson was 86.21%. Male literacy was 98.11% and female literacy was 79.35%.