Faridpur - Phulwari, Patna
Faridpur is a village situated in the Phulwari subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulwari and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Rampur Faridpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 245349. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 801113 pincode. Phuwari is the nearest town, located about 14 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 962 people, including 503 males and 459 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.80%, with male literacy at 89.12% and female literacy at 71.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253.
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 | 962 | 503 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 385 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 118 | 179 |
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
Faridpur 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 located within 5-10 km of Faridpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Phuwari to Faridpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Faridpur is about 18 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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) | 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 Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Phulwari Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Rampur Faridpur.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 801113.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur had a total population of 962, including 503 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
Faridpur had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur was 80.80%. Male literacy was 89.12% and female literacy was 71.61%.