Foladpur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Foladpur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Ghhni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Foladpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Foladpur is 203999. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.89 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Sadat is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Foladpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Foladpur
As per Census 2011, Foladpur village has a total population of 679 people, consisting of 361 males and 318 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Foladpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 679 | 361 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 193 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 251 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 110 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Foladpur
Foladpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Foladpur
Foladpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Foladpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadat to Foladpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Foladpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Foladpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Foladpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Foladpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Foladpur 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 Foladpur
Where is Foladpur located?
Foladpur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Foladpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Foladpur is Ghhni.
What is the pincode of Foladpur?
The pincode of Foladpur is 275204.
What is the population of Foladpur?
Foladpur has a total population of 679, including 361 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Foladpur?
There are 96 households in Foladpur.
What is the literacy rate in Foladpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Foladpur is 63.18%. Male literacy is 69.53% and female literacy is 55.97%.