Fardapur - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Fardapur is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Soegaon and around 90 km from Aurangabad. Fardapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fardapur is 548497. The village covers a total geographical area of 2421 hectares and falls under the 431118 pincode. Jalgaon is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Fardapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sillod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fardapur
According to the 2011 Census, Fardapur village had a total population of 9,167 people, including 4,740 males and 4,427 females, living in 1,742 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 83.94% and female literacy at 62.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 929, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 707.
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 | 9,167 | 4,740 | 4,427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,375 | 724 | 651 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 929 | 472 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 363 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 5,719 | 3,371 | 2,348 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,448 | 1,369 | 2,079 |
Nearby Villages of Fardapur
Fardapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chondeshwar | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Dhanwat | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Thana | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Sawarkheda | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Warkhedi Bk. | East | 4.08 km |
| Jangla Tanda | West | 4.19 km |
| Warkhedi Kh. | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Lenapur | South | 4.86 km |
| Wakod | North | 5.71 km |
| Kumbhari Bk. | East | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fardapur
Fardapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalgaon to Fardapur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Fardapur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fardapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fardapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fardapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fardapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fardapur
Where is Fardapur located?
Fardapur village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fardapur?
Fardapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fardapur?
The pincode of Fardapur is 431118.
What is the population of Fardapur?
Fardapur had a total population of 9,167, including 4,740 males and 4,427 females.
How many households are there in Fardapur?
Fardapur had 1,742 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fardapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fardapur was 73.40%. Male literacy was 83.94% and female literacy was 62.18%.