Firozpur - Rasra, Ballia
Firozpur is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Firojepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Firozpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firozpur is 198432. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.19 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Firozpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firozpur
According to the 2011 Census, Firozpur village had a total population of 1,581 people, including 805 males and 776 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.31%, with male literacy at 74.69% and female literacy at 47.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 1,581 | 805 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 153 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 487 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 318 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Firozpur
Firozpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohawar | South-East | 0.69 km |
| Gourpura | East | 1.26 km |
| Mirzapur | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Madava | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Sakhuapur | West | 1.50 km |
| Dehri | North | 1.67 km |
| Kothwa | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Lawkara | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Kotwari | East | 2.38 km |
| Kamsari | South | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Firozpur
Firozpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rasra, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ballia to Firozpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Firozpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firozpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Firozpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firozpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Firozpur
Where is Firozpur located?
Firozpur village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Firozpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Firozpur is Firojepur.
What is the pincode of Firozpur?
The pincode of Firozpur is 221712.
What is the population of Firozpur?
Firozpur had a total population of 1,581, including 805 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Firozpur?
Firozpur had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Firozpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firozpur was 61.31%. Male literacy was 74.69% and female literacy was 47.46%.