Firojpur - Lalganj, Rae Bareli
Firojpur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Helauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Firojpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firojpur is 144773. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.38 hectares and falls under the 229216 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
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 Sareni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firojpur
According to the 2011 Census, Firojpur village had a total population of 505 people, including 255 males and 250 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.73%, with male literacy at 87.22% and female literacy at 63.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199.
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 | 505 | 255 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 198 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 57 | 111 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Kalan Mu. | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Sahanipur | East | 1.09 km |
| Mathurpur Aht. | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Helauli | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Dafpura | West | 1.51 km |
| Mathurpur Mu. | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Rampur Kalan Aht. | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Bairuwa Mu. | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Rautapur | East | 2.69 km |
| Chhivlaha | North | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Firojpur
Firojpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurasti Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Firojpur is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Firojpur
Where is Firojpur located?
Firojpur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Firojpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Firojpur is Helauli.
What is the pincode of Firojpur?
The pincode of Firojpur is 229216.
What is the population of Firojpur?
Firojpur had a total population of 505, including 255 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Firojpur?
Firojpur had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Firojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firojpur was 75.73%. Male literacy was 87.22% and female literacy was 63.76%.