Faridunpur - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Faridunpur is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Feruddenpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridunpur is 194408. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.99 hectares and falls under the 223227 pincode. Saraymeer is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Faridunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Faridunpur village had a total population of 785 people, including 396 males and 389 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 60.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 785 | 396 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 51 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 269 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 127 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Faridunpur
Faridunpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothiya | South-East | 0.62 km |
| Kolpur Kusaha | East | 0.76 km |
| Chak Shahrullah | North | 0.77 km |
| Gokulpur | West | 0.89 km |
| Araji Kanaitha | South | 1.14 km |
| Nikamuddinpur | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Gahu Khor | West | 1.53 km |
| Chak Miyan | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Tandva | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Vanjeer Patti | North | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridunpur
Faridunpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sanjarpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraymeer to Faridunpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Faridunpur 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 Faridunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faridunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Faridunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faridunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Faridunpur
Where is Faridunpur located?
Faridunpur village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridunpur is Feruddenpur.
What is the pincode of Faridunpur?
The pincode of Faridunpur is 223227.
What is the population of Faridunpur?
Faridunpur had a total population of 785, including 396 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Faridunpur?
Faridunpur had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridunpur was 71.26%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 60.48%.