Faridpur - Laharpur, Sitapur
Faridpur is a village situated in the Laharpur tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laharpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Faridpur Kuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 137856. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.5 hectares and falls under the 261135 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridpur
As per Census 2011, Faridpur village has a total population of 885 people, consisting of 490 males and 395 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 490 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 197 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 293 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Faridpur
Faridpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pooranpur | North | 1.10 km |
| Ganeshpur | West | 1.40 km |
| Daranagar | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Kuli Mohammadpur | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Taranpur | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Rajapur | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Khanpur Sadat | North | 1.98 km |
| Rudha Bhavanathpur | East | 2.00 km |
| Mallapur Nagai | South | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridpur
Faridpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Parsendi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Faridpur 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 Faridpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faridpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Faridpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faridpur 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 Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Laharpur Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Faridpur Kuti.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 261135.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur has a total population of 885, including 490 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
There are 162 households in Faridpur.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur is 34.69%. Male literacy is 40.20% and female literacy is 27.85%.