Farid - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Farid is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Farid village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farid is 038786. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 140111 pincode. Chamkaur Sahib is the nearest town.
Farid village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farid
According to the 2011 Census, Farid village had a total population of 211 people, including 110 males and 101 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.57%, with male literacy at 74.73% and female literacy at 70.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183.
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 | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Farid
Farid 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 Farid
Public transport in the Farid is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Farid.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Farid is about 13 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 Farid
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farid 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Farid
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farid 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 Farid
Where is Farid located?
Farid village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farid?
Farid is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farid?
The pincode of Farid is 140111.
What is the population of Farid?
Farid had a total population of 211, including 110 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Farid?
Farid had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farid?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farid was 72.57%. Male literacy was 74.73% and female literacy was 70.24%.