Farakpur - Memari - II, Purba Bardhaman
Farakpur is a village situated in the Memari - II subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.1 km from Memari. Bohar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farakpur is 320356. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.87 hectares and falls under the 713422 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Farakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Farakpur village had a total population of 622 people, including 324 males and 298 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 86.43% and female literacy at 80.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 622 | 324 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 242 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 82 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Farakpur
Farakpur 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 Farakpur
Farakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Farakpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Farakpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Farakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Farakpur
Where is Farakpur located?
Farakpur village is located in Memari - II Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Farakpur is Bohar-i.
What is the pincode of Farakpur?
The pincode of Farakpur is 713422.
What is the population of Farakpur?
Farakpur had a total population of 622, including 324 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Farakpur?
Farakpur had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farakpur was 83.33%. Male literacy was 86.43% and female literacy was 80.08%.