Faridpur - Jalangi, Murshidabad
Faridpur is a village situated in the Jalangi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Faridpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 314641. The village covers a total geographical area of 1923.74 hectares and falls under the 742303 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Faridpur
As per Census 2011, Faridpur village has a total population of 20,041 people, consisting of 10,334 males and 9,707 females. The village has 5,050 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,625 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,652 literate and 8,389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 595 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,041 | 10,334 | 9,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,625 | 1,373 | 1,252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 309 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 11,652 | 6,162 | 5,490 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,389 | 4,172 | 4,217 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Debottar Lakshminarayanpur | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Tikar Bariakalkihara | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Sadipur | South | 3.39 km |
| Paranpur | East | 4.01 km |
| Sadikhanr Diar | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Bara Bil Raghunathpur | East | 4.28 km |
| Bilaspur Nachharerpara | South | 4.30 km |
| Jot Kanai | North | 4.35 km |
| Par Raghunathpur | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Arazi Sadipur | East | 4.52 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 Murshidabad, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Faridpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Jalangi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, 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 742303.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur has a total population of 20,041, including 10,334 males and 9,707 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
There are 5,050 households in Faridpur.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur is 58.14%. Male literacy is 59.63% and female literacy is 56.56%.