Faridpur - Rajpura, Patiala
Faridpur is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Faridpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 037038. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 140602 pincode. Rajpura 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 Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridpur
As per Census 2011, Faridpur village has a total population of 951 people, consisting of 501 males and 450 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 632 literate and 319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 613 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 501 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 334 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 351 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 150 | 169 |
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 5-10 km of Faridpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Faridpur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala 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 140602.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur has a total population of 951, including 501 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
There are 190 households in Faridpur.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur is 66.46%. Male literacy is 70.06% and female literacy is 62.44%.