Farakhpur - Behat, Saharanpur
Farakhpur is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Khushhalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farakhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farakhpur is 108969. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.09 hectares and falls under the 247129 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Farakhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Farakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Farakhpur village had a total population of 601 people, including 314 males and 287 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.02%, with male literacy at 46.80% and female literacy at 30.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217.
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 | 601 | 314 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 115 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 117 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 197 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Farakhpur
Farakhpur 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 Farakhpur
Farakhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharanpur to Farakhpur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farakhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farakhpur 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 Farakhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farakhpur 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 Farakhpur
Where is Farakhpur located?
Farakhpur village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Farakhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Farakhpur is Khushhalpur.
What is the pincode of Farakhpur?
The pincode of Farakhpur is 247129.
What is the population of Farakhpur?
Farakhpur had a total population of 601, including 314 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Farakhpur?
Farakhpur had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farakhpur was 39.02%. Male literacy was 46.80% and female literacy was 30.99%.