Firojpur - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Firojpur is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Firojpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firojpur is 055640. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.17 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Firojpur 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 Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firojpur
According to the 2011 Census, Firojpur village had a total population of 1,563 people, including 812 males and 751 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.95%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 59.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,269.
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 | 1,563 | 812 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 147 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,269 | 650 | 619 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 526 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 286 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Firojpur
Firojpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Firojpur
Firojpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Firojpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Firojpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Firojpur is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Firojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firojpur 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 Firojpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firojpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Firojpur
Where is Firojpur located?
Firojpur village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Firojpur?
Firojpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Firojpur?
The pincode of Firojpur is 244713.
What is the population of Firojpur?
Firojpur had a total population of 1,563, including 812 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Firojpur?
Firojpur had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Firojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firojpur was 69.95%. Male literacy was 79.10% and female literacy was 59.52%.