Firoji - Kako, Jehanabad
Firoji is a village situated in the Kako subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kako and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Saidabad Parsain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Firoji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firoji is 260288. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 804418 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Firoji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firoji
As per Census 2011, Firoji village has a total population of 2,919 people, consisting of 1,496 males and 1,423 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,211 literate and 1,708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 660 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Firoji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,919 | 1,496 | 1,423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 261 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 660 | 337 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 793 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,708 | 703 | 1,005 |
Nearby Villages of Firoji
Firoji 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saidabad Parsain | West | 1.39 km |
| Narayanpur | East | 1.41 km |
| Kosiawan. | North | 1.49 km |
| Kosiawan | North | 1.74 km |
| Damuhan | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Khalispur | South | 2.16 km |
| Usri | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Lodipur Lanjo | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Golakpur | West | 2.51 km |
| Golakpur Baranwan | North | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Firoji
Firoji is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karona Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jehanabad to Firoji is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Firoji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firoji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Firoji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firoji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Firoji
Where is Firoji located?
Firoji village is located in Kako Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Firoji?
The Gram Panchayat of Firoji is Saidabad Parsain.
What is the pincode of Firoji?
The pincode of Firoji is 804418.
What is the population of Firoji?
Firoji has a total population of 2,919, including 1,496 males and 1,423 females.
How many households are there in Firoji?
There are 410 households in Firoji.
What is the literacy rate in Firoji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firoji is 41.49%. Male literacy is 53.01% and female literacy is 29.37%.