Fardapur - Harraiya, Basti
Fardapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Haribansh Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fardapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fardapur is 179706. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.18 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode.
Fardapur 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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fardapur
According to the 2011 Census, Fardapur village had a total population of 386 people, including 195 males and 191 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 86.50% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 386 | 195 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 141 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 54 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Fardapur
Fardapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Sothi | South-East | 0.59 km |
| Machaua Babu | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Shivjot | East | 0.91 km |
| Mahuwapar | North | 0.97 km |
| Parsaunda | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Misrauliya Khurd | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Hari Vanshpur | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Dhanewa Mau | West | 1.25 km |
| Trilokpur Shukla | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Sonwarasa Tappa Puraina | South | 1.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fardapur
Fardapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Fardapur is about 27 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 Fardapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fardapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fardapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fardapur 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 Fardapur
Where is Fardapur located?
Fardapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fardapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fardapur is Haribansh Pur.
What is the pincode of Fardapur?
The pincode of Fardapur is 272130.
What is the population of Fardapur?
Fardapur had a total population of 386, including 195 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Fardapur?
Fardapur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fardapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fardapur was 72.37%. Male literacy was 86.50% and female literacy was 58.82%.