Faridewala - Firozpur, Ferozepur
Faridewala is a village situated in the Firozpur tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Firozpur and around 20 km from Firozpur. Faride Wala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridewala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridewala is 034504. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.43 hectares and falls under the 152005 pincode. Mallanwala Khass is the nearest town.
Faridewala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guru har sahai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridewala
According to the 2011 Census, Faridewala village had a total population of 1,089 people, including 575 males and 514 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.25%, with male literacy at 74.06% and female literacy at 59.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 362.
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 | 1,089 | 575 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 70 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 190 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 374 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 201 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Faridewala
Faridewala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hamadwala Uttar | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Changali Qadim | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Changali Jadid | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Sur Singhwala | South | 2.36 km |
| Kohala | East | 3.20 km |
| Kulgarhi | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Rukan Shahwala | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Sadhu Shahwala | West | 4.13 km |
| Achhewala | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Bharana | South-East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridewala
Faridewala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talli Saidasahu, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Faridewala is about 20 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 Faridewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faridewala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Faridewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faridewala 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Faridewala
Where is Faridewala located?
Faridewala village is located in Firozpur Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridewala?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridewala is Faride Wala.
What is the pincode of Faridewala?
The pincode of Faridewala is 152005.
What is the population of Faridewala?
Faridewala had a total population of 1,089, including 575 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Faridewala?
Faridewala had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridewala was 67.25%. Male literacy was 74.06% and female literacy was 59.87%.