Faridkot
Faridkot is a village located in Faridkot tehsil of Faridkot district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from Faridkot, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Faridkot village. As per 2009 stats, Faridkot Rural is the gram panchayat of Faridkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Faridkot unique in its vibrant Faridkot region. You’ll see Faridkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Faridkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Faridkot is 035529. The village spans a total geographical area of 5982 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151203. Faridkot is nearest town to Faridkot village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Faridkot village comes under Faridkot assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Faridkot
Population of Faridkot
According to the 2011 Census, Faridkot has a total population of about 11,200, with approximately 5,933 males and 5,267 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,971 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.07%, with male literacy at about 66.49% and female literacy near 59.22%. There are around 2,120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Faridkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,200 | 5,933 | 5,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,312 | 713 | 599 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,971 | 2,101 | 1,870 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,064 | 3,945 | 3,119 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,136 | 1,988 | 2,148 |
Connectivity of Faridkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Faridkot. As per the 2011 stats, Faridkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Faridkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Faridkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Faridkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Faridkot
- Where is Faridkot located?
- Faridkot village is situated in Faridkot Tehsil, within the Faridkot district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Faridkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Faridkot is Faridkot Rural (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Faridkot?
- The pincode of Faridkot is 151203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Faridkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Faridkot is 11,200, with 5,933 males and 5,267 females.
- How many households are there in Faridkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Faridkot village has a total of 2,120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Faridkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Faridkot is 63.07%. The male literacy rate is 66.49%, while the female literacy rate is 59.22%.