Faridpur - Suti - II, Murshidabad
Faridpur is a village situated in the Suti - II subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Mahesail-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 313951. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.47 hectares and falls under the 742224 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 10 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 2,079 people, consisting of 955 males and 1,124 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 1,176 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 884 literate and 1,195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faridpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,079 | 955 | 1,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 171 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 256 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 447 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,195 | 508 | 687 |
Nearby Villages of Faridpur
Faridpur 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 Faridpur
Public transport in the Faridpur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurangabad to Faridpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Suti - II Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Mahesail-i.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 742224.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur has a total population of 2,079, including 955 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
There are 410 households in Faridpur.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur is 42.52%. Male literacy is 46.81% and female literacy is 38.88%.