Faridapur - Jalalabad, Shahjahanpur
Faridapur is a village situated in the Jalalabad tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalabad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Faridapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridapur is 134791. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.81 hectares and falls under the 242220 pincode. Jalalabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Faridapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridapur
According to the 2011 Census, Faridapur village had a total population of 1,999 people, including 1,133 males and 866 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 764 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.07%, with male literacy at 60.96% and female literacy at 39.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 339.
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 | 1,999 | 1,133 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 198 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 182 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 570 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,155 | 563 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Faridapur
Faridapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundra T. Pehna | West | 0.79 km |
| Shahpur | South | 1.38 km |
| Taapar | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Pehna | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Kajer Bojhi | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Andpur | East | 1.85 km |
| Magtora | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Amanullahpur Bhuria | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Umarpur | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Baldeopur T. Khandhar | South-East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridapur
Faridapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Milakpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jalalabad to Faridapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Faridapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faridapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faridapur 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 Faridapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faridapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Faridapur
Where is Faridapur located?
Faridapur village is located in Jalalabad Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridapur?
Faridapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faridapur?
The pincode of Faridapur is 242220.
What is the population of Faridapur?
Faridapur had a total population of 1,999, including 1,133 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Faridapur?
Faridapur had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridapur was 52.07%. Male literacy was 60.96% and female literacy was 39.94%.