Faiz Gunj - Baheri, Bareilly
Faiz Gunj is a village situated in the Baheri tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Faizganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faiz Gunj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faiz Gunj is 129197. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.8 hectares and falls under the 243201 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town, located about 111 km away.
Faiz Gunj 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 Baheri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faiz Gunj
According to the 2011 Census, Faiz Gunj village had a total population of 1,393 people, including 728 males and 665 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.15%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 41.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 1,393 | 728 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 108 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 387 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 341 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Faiz Gunj
Faiz Gunj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratangarh | North | 0.80 km |
| Pindari Abhay Chandra | South | 0.85 km |
| Waris Patti | South | 1.71 km |
| Piparia Ganesh | East | 1.77 km |
| Wasadandi | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Pindari Ashok | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Nauli | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Ratvara | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Prithipur | North | 2.55 km |
| Thana | South | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faiz Gunj
Public transport in the Faiz Gunj is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baheri, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bareilly to Faiz Gunj is about 111 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Faiz Gunj is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faiz Gunj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faiz Gunj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Faiz Gunj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faiz Gunj 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Faiz Gunj
Where is Faiz Gunj located?
Faiz Gunj village is located in Baheri Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Faiz Gunj?
The Gram Panchayat of Faiz Gunj is Faizganj.
What is the pincode of Faiz Gunj?
The pincode of Faiz Gunj is 243201.
What is the population of Faiz Gunj?
Faiz Gunj had a total population of 1,393, including 728 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Faiz Gunj?
Faiz Gunj had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faiz Gunj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faiz Gunj was 53.15%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 41.08%.