Farhangpur - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Farhangpur is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Dhandiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farhangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farhangpur is 246954. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 802161 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Farhangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandesh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farhangpur
As per Census 2011, Farhangpur village has a total population of 3,119 people, consisting of 1,654 males and 1,465 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,648 literate and 1,471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farhangpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,119 | 1,654 | 1,465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 264 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 434 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 1,020 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,471 | 634 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Farhangpur
Farhangpur 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 Farhangpur
Farhangpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Farhangpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koilwar to Farhangpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Farhangpur 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 Farhangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farhangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Farhangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farhangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Farhangpur
Where is Farhangpur located?
Farhangpur village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farhangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Farhangpur is Dhandiha.
What is the pincode of Farhangpur?
The pincode of Farhangpur is 802161.
What is the population of Farhangpur?
Farhangpur has a total population of 3,119, including 1,654 males and 1,465 females.
How many households are there in Farhangpur?
There are 571 households in Farhangpur.
What is the literacy rate in Farhangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farhangpur is 52.84%. Male literacy is 61.67% and female literacy is 42.87%.