Faridpur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Faridpur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Piyali and around 22.5 km from Alipore. Mallikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faridpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faridpur is 333887. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.39 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Barinpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Faridpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faridpur
According to the 2011 Census, Faridpur village had a total population of 4,512 people, including 2,321 males and 2,191 females, living in 950 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.37%, with male literacy at 56.98% and female literacy at 51.55%.
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 | 4,512 | 2,321 | 2,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 329 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,082 | 1,135 | 947 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,430 | 1,186 | 1,244 |
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
Faridpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Faridpur.
| 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 Barinpur to Faridpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Faridpur is about 22.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Faridpur
Where is Faridpur located?
Faridpur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Faridpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Mallikpur.
What is the pincode of Faridpur?
The pincode of Faridpur is 700144.
What is the population of Faridpur?
Faridpur had a total population of 4,512, including 2,321 males and 2,191 females.
How many households are there in Faridpur?
Faridpur had 950 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faridpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faridpur was 54.37%. Male literacy was 56.98% and female literacy was 51.55%.