Firoz
Firoz is a village located in Jalandhar Ii tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jalandhar - Ii (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Firoz village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Firoz unique in its vibrant Jalandhar Ii-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Firoz’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 Firoz
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Firoz is 030453. The village spans a total geographical area of 146 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144013. Jalandhar is nearest town to Firoz village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Firoz
Population of Firoz
According to the 2011 Census, Firoz has a total population of about 882, with approximately 470 males and 412 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 717 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 60.09%, with male literacy at about 64.04% and female literacy near 55.58%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Firoz's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 470 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 717 | 384 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 530 | 301 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 169 | 183 |
Connectivity of Firoz
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Firoz. As per the 2011 stats, Firoz had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Firoz
Knowing the nearby villages of Firoz helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Firoz.
Frequently Asked Questions about Firoz
- Where is Firoz located?
- Firoz village is situated in Jalandhar Ii Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Firoz?
- Firoz serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Firoz?
- The pincode of Firoz is 144013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Firoz as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Firoz is 882, with 470 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Firoz as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Firoz village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Firoz as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Firoz is 60.09%. The male literacy rate is 64.04%, while the female literacy rate is 55.58%.