Longpur - Faridpur, Bareilly
Longpur is a village situated in the Faridpur tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Faridpur and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Longpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longpur is 131052. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.1 hectares and falls under the 243503 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Longpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Longpur
According to the 2011 Census, Longpur village had a total population of 1,384 people, including 753 males and 631 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.38%, with male literacy at 85.67% and female literacy at 60.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247.
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 | 1,384 | 753 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 111 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 136 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 550 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 203 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Longpur
Longpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharmpur | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Parwata | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Jiganiya Harchahar Muhal | North | 1.66 km |
| Fatehpur Majhuawa | East | 1.78 km |
| Khanpura | West | 1.82 km |
| Hirpur | South | 1.89 km |
| Bilehra | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Tigra | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Karpiya | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Rajnapur | South | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Longpur
Longpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pitambarpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 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 Bareilly to Longpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Longpur is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Longpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Longpur
Where is Longpur located?
Longpur village is located in Faridpur Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Longpur?
Longpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Longpur?
The pincode of Longpur is 243503.
What is the population of Longpur?
Longpur had a total population of 1,384, including 753 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Longpur?
Longpur had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longpur was 74.38%. Male literacy was 85.67% and female literacy was 60.79%.