Chant Firojpur - Puranpur, Pilibhit
Chant Firojpur is a village situated in the Puranpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puranpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Chant Firojpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chant Firojpur is 132437. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.8 hectares and falls under the 262122 pincode. Purnapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chant Firojpur 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 Puranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chant Firojpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chant Firojpur village had a total population of 2,495 people, including 1,289 males and 1,206 females, living in 510 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.30%, with male literacy at 62.60% and female literacy at 40.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,465.
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 | 2,495 | 1,289 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 190 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,465 | 747 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 688 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,415 | 601 | 814 |
Nearby Villages of Chant Firojpur
Chant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur T. Mahrajpur | South | 1.55 km |
| Khamria Patti | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Narainpur J.puranpur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Naraur | South | 1.97 km |
| Binaura Khas T. Madho Tanda | West | 2.00 km |
| Gulria M.khata | North | 2.30 km |
| Bhagawantpur Urf Bhimpur | West | 2.91 km |
| Puranpur Khas (rural) | East | 2.94 km |
| Suabojh | South | 2.97 km |
| Abdullapur | South | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chant Firojpur
Public transport in the Chant Firojpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Puranpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnapur to Chant Firojpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pilibhit to Chant Firojpur is about 40 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 Chant Firojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chant Firojpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chant 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 Chant Firojpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chant Firojpur
Where is Chant Firojpur located?
Chant Firojpur village is located in Puranpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chant Firojpur?
Chant Firojpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chant Firojpur?
The pincode of Chant Firojpur is 262122.
What is the population of Chant Firojpur?
Chant Firojpur had a total population of 2,495, including 1,289 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Chant Firojpur?
Chant Firojpur had 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chant Firojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chant Firojpur was 52.30%. Male literacy was 62.60% and female literacy was 40.58%.