Faridpur - Jalandhar - II, Jalandhar
Faridpur is a village situated in the Jalandhar - II tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalandhar - Ii and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Faridpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 030490. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 144801 pincode. Kartarpur is the nearest town.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar central Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridpur
According to the 2011 Census, Faridpur village had a total population of 663 people, including 339 males and 324 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.04%, with male literacy at 90.27% and female literacy at 77.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 654.
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 | 663 | 339 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 336 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 269 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 70 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Faridpur
Faridpur 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 Faridpur
Public transport in the Faridpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Faridpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Faridpur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faridpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faridpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Faridpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faridpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Jalandhar - II Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Faridpur?
Faridpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 144801.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur had a total population of 663, including 339 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
Faridpur had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur was 84.04%. Male literacy was 90.27% and female literacy was 77.66%.