Faridpur - Amarpur, Banka
Faridpur is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Tardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 240717. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Faridpur
According to the 2011 Census, Faridpur village had a total population of 684 people, including 367 males and 317 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.60%, with male literacy at 43.86% and female literacy at 28.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 684 | 367 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 125 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 242 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Faridpur
Faridpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Faridpur
Public transport in the Faridpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Amarpur to Faridpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Faridpur is about 21 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 Faridpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faridpur 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 Faridpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faridpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Tardih.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 813101.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur had a total population of 684, including 367 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
Faridpur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur was 36.60%. Male literacy was 43.86% and female literacy was 28.52%.