Faridpur - Haripal, Hooghly
Faridpur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.7 km from Khamar Chandi and around 34.2 km from Chinsura. Chandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 325394. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.43 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Singur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Faridpur
According to the 2011 Census, Faridpur village had a total population of 1,533 people, including 783 males and 750 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 88.19% and female literacy at 74.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 567, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 1,533 | 783 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 287 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 41 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 627 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 156 | 247 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamanjol | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Chandanpur | East | 1.03 km |
| Kankuria | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Bade Digaria | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Badishta | North | 1.22 km |
| Porra | East | 1.53 km |
| Nalitajol | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Ishta | North | 1.87 km |
| Gaja | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Lakshmanpur | South-East | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Faridpur
Public transport in the Faridpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singur to Faridpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Faridpur is about 34.2 km, with the usual travel time 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Chandanpur.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 712223.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur had a total population of 1,533, including 783 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
Faridpur had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur was 81.47%. Male literacy was 88.19% and female literacy was 74.41%.