Faridpur - Ratni Faridpur, Jehanabad
Faridpur is a village situated in the Ratni Faridpur subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratni Faridpur and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Uchita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 260072. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 804429 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahanabad Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Faridpur
As per Census 2011, Faridpur village has a total population of 1,904 people, consisting of 1,017 males and 887 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 831 literate and 1,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,904 | 1,017 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 204 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 413 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 514 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 503 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Faridpur
Faridpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpur | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Sikandra | South | 0.85 km |
| Ratni | West | 1.12 km |
| Uchhta | East | 1.37 km |
| Ganankura | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Chak Saura | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Mirzapur | North | 1.54 km |
| Rakasia | South | 1.77 km |
| Hasanpura | East | 2.01 km |
| Nirpur Ratni | South-West | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridpur
Faridpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mai Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Faridpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Ratni Faridpur Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Uchita.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 804429.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur has a total population of 1,904, including 1,017 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
There are 298 households in Faridpur.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur is 43.64%. Male literacy is 50.54% and female literacy is 35.74%.