Faridabad - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Faridabad is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Faridabad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridabad is 201056. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.4 hectares and falls under the 222201 pincode.
Faridabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridabad
As per Census 2011, Faridabad village has a total population of 5,617 people, consisting of 2,831 males and 2,786 females. The village has 818 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 709 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,012 literate and 1,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 955 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,617 | 2,831 | 2,786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 709 | 364 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 955 | 474 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,012 | 2,269 | 1,743 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,605 | 562 | 1,043 |
Nearby Villages of Faridabad
Faridabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainpur | South-West | 0.75 km |
| Dahewa | South-East | 0.91 km |
| Purabeni | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Kargail | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Alampur | North | 1.44 km |
| Tilakhara Urf Suzanganj | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Baraih | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Chhimiyah | East | 1.74 km |
| Nagauli | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Kutubpur | East | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridabad
Faridabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badshahpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaunpur to Faridabad 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 Faridabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faridabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Faridabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faridabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Faridabad
Where is Faridabad located?
Faridabad village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridabad?
Faridabad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faridabad?
The pincode of Faridabad is 222201.
What is the population of Faridabad?
Faridabad has a total population of 5,617, including 2,831 males and 2,786 females.
How many households are there in Faridabad?
There are 818 households in Faridabad.
What is the literacy rate in Faridabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridabad is 71.43%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 62.56%.