Firojpur - Mohammdi, Kheri
Firojpur is a village situated in the Mohammdi tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammdi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Firojpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firojpur is 135616. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.6 hectares and falls under the 262804 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Firojpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohammdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhaurahra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firojpur
According to the 2011 Census, Firojpur village had a total population of 1,210 people, including 633 males and 577 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.89%, with male literacy at 71.14% and female literacy at 49.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,096.
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 | 1,210 | 633 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 134 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,096 | 570 | 526 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 355 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 278 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Firojpur
Firojpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaiti | South | 1.39 km |
| Fatuhabad | North | 1.43 km |
| Barhaiya Khera | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Mohammadpurdina | West | 2.26 km |
| Hazratpur | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Rasoolpur | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Pakaria | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Kari | South | 2.63 km |
| Rampur Misra | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Palabhai Kachnar | West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Firojpur
Firojpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahmudpur Saraiyan, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.5 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 Kheri to Firojpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Firojpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Firojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firojpur 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 Firojpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firojpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Firojpur
Where is Firojpur located?
Firojpur village is located in Mohammdi Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Firojpur?
Firojpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Firojpur?
The pincode of Firojpur is 262804.
What is the population of Firojpur?
Firojpur had a total population of 1,210, including 633 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Firojpur?
Firojpur had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Firojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firojpur was 60.89%. Male literacy was 71.14% and female literacy was 49.89%.