Firozpur - Mahagama, Godda
Firozpur is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Sarbhanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Firozpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firozpur is 356580. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Firozpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahagama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firozpur
According to the 2011 Census, Firozpur village had a total population of 909 people, including 481 males and 428 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.06%, with male literacy at 64.75% and female literacy at 44.08%.
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 | 909 | 481 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 248 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 233 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Firozpur
Firozpur 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 Firozpur
Firozpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Firozpur is about 36 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 2-5 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Firozpur
Where is Firozpur located?
Firozpur village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Firozpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Firozpur is Sarbhanga.
What is the pincode of Firozpur?
The pincode of Firozpur is 814155.
What is the population of Firozpur?
Firozpur had a total population of 909, including 481 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Firozpur?
Firozpur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Firozpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firozpur was 55.06%. Male literacy was 64.75% and female literacy was 44.08%.