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.
Faridkot has its own place in the vibrant Faridkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Faridkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Faridkot village:
- The total population of Faridkot village is around 11,200, including approximately 5,933 males and 5,267 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,312 children aged 0–6 years in Faridkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Faridkot village has 3,971 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Faridkot village is about 63.07%, with male literacy at 66.49% and female literacy at 59.22%.
- There are around 2,120 households in Faridkot village.
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%.