Faridpur - Kadipur, Sultanpur
Faridpur is a village situated in the Kadipur tehsil of Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadipur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Sultanpur. Faridpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 171168. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.41 hectares and falls under the 228171 pincode. Dostpur is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Kadipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sultanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridpur
As per Census 2011, Faridpur village has a total population of 3,857 people, consisting of 1,920 males and 1,937 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,217 literate and 1,640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,857 | 1,920 | 1,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 315 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,258 | 636 | 622 |
| Literate Population | 2,217 | 1,255 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,640 | 665 | 975 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyanpur | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Baharmapur | South | 1.73 km |
| Jafarpur | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Baksara | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Nagari | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Dasaoopur | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Ratanpur | West | 2.43 km |
| Barisahija | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Hakimpur | East | 2.82 km |
| Prannathpur Bachhariya | South | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridpur
Faridpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malipur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dostpur to Faridpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sultanpur to Faridpur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 2-5 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 2-5 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 Kadipur Tehsil, Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur?
Faridpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 228171.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur has a total population of 3,857, including 1,920 males and 1,937 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
There are 544 households in Faridpur.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur is 57.48%. Male literacy is 65.36% and female literacy is 49.66%.