Faridpur - Rajatalab, Varanasi
Faridpur is a village situated in the Rajatalab tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. Faridpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 209491. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.14 hectares and falls under the 221107 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohaniya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Varanasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridpur
According to the 2011 Census, Faridpur village had a total population of 1,175 people, including 613 males and 562 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.01%, with male literacy at 85.69% and female literacy at 56.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304.
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 | 1,175 | 613 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 152 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 449 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 164 | 301 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakchelhava | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Vyaspur | North | 0.97 km |
| Sultanpur | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Khajuhi | West | 1.10 km |
| Sandaha | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Mugdarpur | West | 1.54 km |
| Paterwa | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Chhahi | North | 1.66 km |
| Khanpur | East | 2.06 km |
| Hiramanpur | South | 2.24 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 Sarnath, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Rajatalab Tehsil, Varanasi 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 221107.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur had a total population of 1,175, including 613 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
Faridpur had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur was 72.01%. Male literacy was 85.69% and female literacy was 56.49%.