Faridpur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Faridpur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Jagdishpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 195903. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.56 hectares and falls under the 276126 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Faridpur
According to the 2011 Census, Faridpur village had a total population of 453 people, including 235 males and 218 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.06%, with male literacy at 81.07% and female literacy at 54.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374.
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 | 453 | 235 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 198 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 167 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 68 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Faridpur
Faridpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhansipur | South-West | 0.49 km |
| Majith Durjan | North | 0.65 km |
| Naseerpur | West | 0.73 km |
| Saraitilochan | South | 0.82 km |
| Bhadavar | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Jagdishpur | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Raypur | West | 1.14 km |
| Jhauwa | North | 1.50 km |
| Chak Dudhawri | East | 1.56 km |
| Birpur | North-East | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Faridpur. The nearest railway station is Jakhanian, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Faridpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Faridpur is about 30 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 2-5 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 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 Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Jagdishpur.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 276126.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur had a total population of 453, including 235 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
Faridpur had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur was 68.06%. Male literacy was 81.07% and female literacy was 54.73%.