Faridpur - Gharaunda, Karnal
Faridpur is a village situated in the Gharaunda tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharaunda and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Karnal. Faridpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 059418. The village covers a total geographical area of 803 hectares and falls under the 132114 pincode. Gharaunda is the nearest town.
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 Gharaunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridpur
As per Census 2011, Faridpur village has a total population of 4,916 people, consisting of 2,657 males and 2,259 females. The village has 974 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 715 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,000 literate and 1,916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 866 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,916 | 2,657 | 2,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 715 | 380 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 866 | 486 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 3,000 | 1,843 | 1,157 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,916 | 814 | 1,102 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garh Sanrai | South | 2.82 km |
| Khotpura | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Palheri | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Barsat | North | 4.11 km |
| Har Singh Pura | West | 4.20 km |
| Bhainswal | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Ali Asgarpur | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Chandoli | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Babail | South | 4.84 km |
| Alipur Khalsa | West | 5.35 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 Babarpur, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 km.
| 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 Karnal to Faridpur is about 25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| 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 Gharaunda Tehsil, Karnal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur?
Faridpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 132114.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur has a total population of 4,916, including 2,657 males and 2,259 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
There are 974 households in Faridpur.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur is 61.03%. Male literacy is 69.36% and female literacy is 51.22%.