Faridpur
About Faridpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Faridpur village is 311232. Faridpur village is located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Faridpur village. As per 2009 stats, Patriram is the gram panchayat of Faridpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 126.78 hectares. Faridpur has a total population of 2,362 peoples, out of which male population is 1,237 while female population is 1,125. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of faridpur village is 64.65% out of which 72.35% males and 56.18% females are literate. There are about 566 houses in faridpur village. Pincode of faridpur village locality is 733129.
When it comes to administration, Faridpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Faridpur village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to faridpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Faridpur
The population details of Faridpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,362 | 1,237 | 1,125 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 272 | 143 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,002 | 535 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 895 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 342 | 493 |
Connectivity of Faridpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Patriram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 733129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Faridpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Faridpur is 2,362, with 1,237 males and 1,125 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Faridpur village has a total of 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Faridpur is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 72.35%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.