Firozpur - Amnour, Saran
Firozpur is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Dharhara Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Firozpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firozpur is 233923. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 841402 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Firozpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Firozpur
As per Census 2011, Firozpur village has a total population of 1,070 people, consisting of 545 males and 525 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 718 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Firozpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,070 | 545 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 125 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 409 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 136 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Firozpur
Firozpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaithauliya | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Kairganwan | South | 1.12 km |
| Kohripakar Kharag | North | 1.39 km |
| Bande | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Dhorhlahi Kaithal | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Paharpur | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Bhusna | East | 2.15 km |
| Dharahra Khurd | South | 2.20 km |
| Chhapra Abhiman | East | 2.26 km |
| Baldiha | West | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Firozpur
Firozpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Marhaura, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Firozpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Firozpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Firozpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firozpur 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 Firozpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firozpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Firozpur
Where is Firozpur located?
Firozpur village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Firozpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Firozpur is Dharhara Khurd.
What is the pincode of Firozpur?
The pincode of Firozpur is 841402.
What is the population of Firozpur?
Firozpur has a total population of 1,070, including 545 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Firozpur?
There are 212 households in Firozpur.
What is the literacy rate in Firozpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firozpur is 67.10%. Male literacy is 75.05% and female literacy is 58.86%.