Faridpur
Faridpur is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 22.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mallikpur is the gram panchayat of Faridpur village.
Faridpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Faridpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Faridpur is 333887. The village spans a total geographical area of 42.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700145. Barinpur is nearest town to Faridpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Faridpur 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 Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Faridpur
Population of Faridpur
Below is a concise population overview of Faridpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,512 | 2,321 | 2,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 329 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,082 | 1,135 | 947 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,430 | 1,186 | 1,244 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Faridpur village:
- The total population of Faridpur village is around 4,512, including approximately 2,321 males and 2,191 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 683 children aged 0–6 years in Faridpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Faridpur village is about 46.14%, with male literacy at 48.90% and female literacy at 43.22%.
- There are around 950 households in Faridpur village.
Connectivity of Faridpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Faridpur. As per the 2011 stats, Faridpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Faridpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Faridpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Faridpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Faridpur
- Where is Faridpur located?
- Faridpur village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Faridpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Faridpur is Mallikpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Faridpur?
- The pincode of Faridpur is 700145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Faridpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Faridpur is 4,512, with 2,321 males and 2,191 females.
- How many households are there in Faridpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Faridpur village has a total of 950 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Faridpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Faridpur is 46.14%. The male literacy rate is 48.90%, while the female literacy rate is 43.22%.