Farkhpur Niwada - Behat, Saharanpur
Farkhpur Niwada is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Farkhpur Nawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farkhpur Niwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farkhpur Niwada is 109164. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.72 hectares and falls under the 247120 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Farkhpur Niwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Farkhpur Niwada
According to the 2011 Census, Farkhpur Niwada village had a total population of 2,723 people, including 1,417 males and 1,306 females, living in 456 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.36%, with male literacy at 70.55% and female literacy at 48.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 827.
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 | 2,723 | 1,417 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 242 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 441 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,320 | 829 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,403 | 588 | 815 |
Nearby Villages of Farkhpur Niwada
Farkhpur Niwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohd.pur Kandhela | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Bhogpur Gokalpur | North | 1.54 km |
| Khuznawar Aht. | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Khuznawar Must. | East | 2.46 km |
| Shekhupur Kandhela | West | 2.51 km |
| Gadar Heri | South | 2.58 km |
| Bhoolni | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Malayan | North | 2.61 km |
| Nasrullapur Akad Aht. | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Mustafapur Aht. | North-West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farkhpur Niwada
Public transport in the Farkhpur Niwada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baliakheri, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Saharanpur to Farkhpur Niwada is about 30 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 Farkhpur Niwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farkhpur Niwada 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 Farkhpur Niwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farkhpur Niwada 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 Farkhpur Niwada
Where is Farkhpur Niwada located?
Farkhpur Niwada village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Farkhpur Niwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Farkhpur Niwada is Farkhpur Nawada.
What is the pincode of Farkhpur Niwada?
The pincode of Farkhpur Niwada is 247120.
What is the population of Farkhpur Niwada?
Farkhpur Niwada had a total population of 2,723, including 1,417 males and 1,306 females.
How many households are there in Farkhpur Niwada?
Farkhpur Niwada had 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farkhpur Niwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farkhpur Niwada was 60.36%. Male literacy was 70.55% and female literacy was 48.52%.