Faldi

Faldi is a village located in Barasat I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.3km away from sub-district headquarter Chhota Jagulia (tehsildar office) and 10.3km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Kotra is the gram panchayat of Faldi village.

Here you can discover what makes Faldi unique in its vibrant Barasat I-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Faldi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Faldi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Faldi is 323197. The village spans a total geographical area of 228.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743248. Barasat is nearest town to Faldi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Faldi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deganga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barasat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Faldi

According to the 2011 Census, Faldi has a total population of about 3,595, with approximately 1,850 males and 1,745 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 516 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.48%, with male literacy at about 61.89% and female literacy near 63.09%. There are around 769 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Faldi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,595 1,850 1,745
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 516 281 235
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,246 1,145 1,101
Illiterate Population 1,349 705 644

Connectivity of Faldi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Faldi. As per the 2011 stats, Faldi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Faldi

Knowing the nearby villages of Faldi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Faldi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Faldi

Where is Faldi located?
Faldi village is situated in Barasat I Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faldi?
The Gram Panchayat of Faldi is Kotra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Faldi?
The pincode of Faldi is 743248, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Faldi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Faldi is 3,595, with 1,850 males and 1,745 females.
How many households are there in Faldi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Faldi village has a total of 769 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faldi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Faldi is 62.48%. The male literacy rate is 61.89%, while the female literacy rate is 63.09%.