Faridabad facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Faridabad
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From top, left to right: Vatika Mindscapes, NHPC Corporate Office, Crown Plaza of Faridabad, Lake near Surajkund, Larsen & Toubro Corporate Office
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 Faridabad
Location in Haryana
Faridabad
Location in India
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| Country |  India |
| State | Haryana |
| District | Faridabad |
| Metropolitan Area | National Capital Region |
| Established | 1607 |
| Founded by | Shaikh Farid Bukhari |
| Government | |
| • Type | Municipal Corporation |
| • Body | Faridabad Municipal Corporation |
| Area | |
| • Total | 189.9 km2 (73.3 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 198 m (650 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,414,050 |
| • Density | 7,446.3/km2 (19,286/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Faridabadi/Fbd-ians |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Hindi |
| • Additional official | English and Punjabi |
| • Regional | Haryanvi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
121001
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| Telephone code | 0129 |
| Vehicle registration | HR-51 (Faridabad city) HR-29 (Ballabhgarh) HR-38 (commercial) HR-87 (Badkhal) |
| HDI (2017) |  0.696 ( medium) |
Faridabad is a very large city in the Indian state of Haryana. It is located close to Delhi, which is the capital region of India. Faridabad is one of the main "satellite cities" around Delhi. This means it's a city that is near a larger city and helps support it.
The city is about 284 kilometers south of Chandigarh, which is the capital of Haryana. The Yamuna River forms the eastern border of the district. The Indian government chose Faridabad to be a "Smart City" in 2016. This means it's working to use technology to make life better for its people.
A newer part of Faridabad, called Greater Faridabad (or Neharpar), is growing fast. It has wide roads, tall buildings, shopping malls, and places for education and health. This area is becoming a self-sufficient sub-city.
Faridabad is a big industrial center in Haryana. A lot of the income tax collected in Haryana comes from Faridabad and Gurgaon. The city is known for making henna (a natural dye) from farms. Its factories produce things like tractors, motorcycles, refrigerators, shoes, and clothes.
Faridabad is actively working to improve its environment. It is striving to become a cleaner and healthier city for everyone.
Contents
- History of Faridabad
- Faridabad's Climate and Weather
- People and Languages
- How Faridabad is Governed
- Faridabad's Economy
- Getting Around Faridabad
- Education in Faridabad
- Healthcare in Faridabad
- Sports in Faridabad
- Fun Places to Visit in Faridabad
- Places of Worship
- Notable People from Faridabad
- Images for kids
- See also
History of Faridabad
The city of Faridabad was started in 1607. It was founded by Sheikh Farīd, who worked for the Mughal emperor Jahangir. The main reason for building the city was to protect the important Grand Trunk Road. This road connected Delhi and Agra.
Faridabad is located in the cultural areas of Braj and Mewat. After India became independent, Faridabad was first part of the Gurgaon district. But on August 15, 1979, it became its own independent district.
A nearby village called Tilpat (which was then known as "Tilprastha") has an interesting history. It was one of five villages that the Pandavas asked for to avoid a big war, according to ancient stories.
Faridabad's Climate and Weather
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Faridabad has a climate that is mostly hot and dry. It has three main seasons, just like much of India.
The "hot" season is from late March to mid-July. It starts very dry and then becomes very humid. The "wet" or monsoon season follows. This time is hot and humid with heavy, but sometimes unpredictable, rain. After the monsoon, the "cool" or winter season arrives. This is the most comfortable time of year, with warm and sunny weather.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 21.1 (70.0) |
23.7 (74.7) |
30.0 (86.0) |
36.9 (98.4) |
40.0 (104.0) |
39.0 (102.2) |
35.2 (95.4) |
34.2 (93.6) |
34.2 (93.6) |
32.9 (91.2) |
27.6 (81.7) |
22.4 (72.3) |
31.4 (88.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 7.7 (45.9) |
10.6 (51.1) |
15.3 (59.5) |
21.1 (70.0) |
25.4 (77.7) |
27.7 (81.9) |
26.7 (80.1) |
25.8 (78.4) |
23.9 (75.0) |
19.1 (66.4) |
14.2 (57.6) |
9.3 (48.7) |
18.9 (66.0) |
| Average rainfall mm (inches) | 23 (0.9) |
33 (1.3) |
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208 (8.2) |
183 (7.2) |
99 (3.9) |
13 (0.5) |
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8 (0.3) |
700 (27.6) |
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Faridabad has been recognized for its efforts in air quality. It was ranked as the 17th best "National Clean Air City" among large cities in India.
People and Languages
| Religion in Faridabad city (2011 census) | ||||
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| Hinduism | 89.01% | |||
| Islam | 7.29% | |||
| Sikhism | 2.04% | |||
In 2011, Faridabad had a population of about 1.4 million people. There were more males than females living in the city. Most people in Faridabad can read and write, with a literacy rate of almost 84 percent.
The main languages spoken by people in Faridabad are Brajbhasha and Haryanvi.
How Faridabad is Governed
Faridabad is managed by several important leaders. These leaders work in different departments to keep the city running smoothly. For example, there are leaders for general administration, the city's corporation, and the police.
The city also has its own court system. The main court is in Sector 12 and started in 1980. Many lawyers work there to help people with legal matters.
Faridabad's Economy
Faridabad is a very important place for business and industry in Haryana. It is one of the main areas that brings in income tax for the state. The city is also part of the "Smart Cities Mission" started by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This means it is growing as a technology hub and supporting new businesses.
Faridabad is the biggest exporter of henna (also known as Mehandi) in India. The sale of henna from Faridabad is worth a lot of money each year.
Many government offices and research centers are located in Faridabad. These include offices for water resources, plant health, and explosives. The National Power Training Institute, which trains people for the power industry, also has its main office here.
NHPC Limited, a large company that produces hydropower in India, also has its headquarters in Faridabad.
Faridabad is known as the industrial capital of Haryana. Many factories are located here, making it a major manufacturing center. Big companies like Escorts Limited, India Yamaha, Havells India, and JCB India have their factories or offices in Faridabad. The city also has many companies that make auto parts.
Getting Around Faridabad
Faridabad has good ways to travel, making it easy to get to and from the city.
Trains
Faridabad is on a major train line that connects New Delhi to Mumbai. The Old Faridabad railway station is about 25 kilometers from New Delhi. You can catch trains to big cities like Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Chennai from here. Local trains also run between New Delhi and Faridabad.
Metro System
The Delhi Metro's Violet Line connects Faridabad directly to Delhi. This metro line was opened in 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. There are several elevated metro stations in Faridabad. The metro line has also been extended to Ballabhgarh.
The 11 metro stations in Faridabad are Sarai, NHPC Chowk, Mewala Maharajpur, Sector 28, Badkhal Mor, Old Faridabad, Neelam Chowk Ajronda, Bata Chowk, Escorts Mujesar, Sant Surdas (Sihi), and Raja Nahar Singh.
Roads
Faridabad is well-connected to Delhi by the Delhi Faridabad Skyway, which is a large flyover. There are also new expressways being built to connect Faridabad to other cities like Gurugram and Noida. These roads make travel by car very convenient.
Airports
The closest airport to Faridabad is the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. It is about 35 kilometers away. This airport is one of the busiest in India and offers flights to many places both within India and around the world.
Education in Faridabad
Faridabad has many schools and colleges for higher education. These institutions offer a variety of courses in subjects like science, medicine, arts, business, and engineering.
Some of the well-known colleges and universities include:
- Al-Falah University (AFU)
- ESIC Medical College
- Institute of Hotel Management, Faridabad
- J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA
- Manav Rachna International University
- National Power Training Institute
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB)
- Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI)
Healthcare in Faridabad
Faridabad has many hospitals, both private and government-run. The city has a government medical college hospital called Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Faridabad. Another private medical college is also being developed by the Haryana government.
Other important hospitals in Faridabad include:
- Amrita Hospital
- Asian Institute of Medical Sciences
- ESIC Medical College
- Metro Heart Institute Hospital
Sports in Faridabad
Cricket
The Nahar Singh Stadium in Faridabad is a large cricket stadium. It can hold about 25,000 people. This stadium has hosted several international cricket matches in the past.
The stadium is currently being renovated to make it even better. The Haryana government is investing a lot of money to improve the grounds. International matches are expected to return to the stadium soon.
Fun Places to Visit in Faridabad
Faridabad has many interesting places to visit and enjoy.
Badkhal Lake
Badkhal Lake is located in Badkhal village, not far from Delhi. This lake was created by people and was surrounded by the Aravalli hills. Although it has dried up, the Haryana government plans to bring the lake back to life to attract tourists again.
Surajkund Tourist Complex and International Crafts Fair
Surajkund is about 8 kilometers from South Delhi. It is a very old water reservoir, believed to have been built by King Surajpal in the 10th century. This place is famous for its yearly "Surajkund International Crafts Mela" (fair).
This fair attracts millions of visitors, including many from other countries. Many countries also participate in the fair, showing their crafts and cultures. The lake at Surajkund has steps carved into the rocks around it.
Anangpur Dam
The Anangpur Dam is near Anangpur village, close to Surajkund. This amazing old dam was built in the 8th century by King Anangpal of the Tomar dynasty. It shows how clever Indian engineers were long ago. You can reach it by road from Delhi.
Raja Nahar Singh Palace
The Raja Nahar Singh Palace is in Ballabhgarh. Today, the Haryana Tourism department takes care of this palace. It is now used as a motel and restaurant, where visitors can stay and eat.
Baba Farid's Tomb
The tomb of Baba Farid is located in old Faridabad. Baba Farid was a very respected Sufi saint. His tomb has two large doors and holds the graves of Baba Farid and his son.
Ancient Stone Age Site
Archaeologists have found very old cave paintings and tools in the Mangar Bani hill forest, which is on the edge of Faridabad. These cave paintings are thought to be about 100,000 years old! They might be the largest and oldest cave paintings in India.
Shopping and Parks
Faridabad has many shopping malls, like SRS Mall and Crown Plaza. The city also has a good number of parks in different areas. Town Park in Sector 12 is one of the biggest parks and has one of the largest Indian flags. Omaxe World Street is a newer shopping area in Greater Faridabad.
Places of Worship
Faridabad is home to many religious sites for different faiths.
- ISKCON Faridabad Sri Sri Rādhā Govind Dhām
- Shri Maharani Vaishno Devi Mandir, Tikona Park
- Shri Salasar Balaji Evam Khatu Shyam Mandir, Main Mathura Road, Ballabhgarh
- Shri 1008 Parshvanath Digambar Jain Mandir, Sector 16
- Jharna Mandir, Mohabbtabad
- Nagashri Temple, Sihi
- Dhuni Baba Temple, Tilori Khadar
- Ratan Nath Mandir
- Shiv Mandir, Sainik Colony
- Shri Triveni Hanuman Mandir at Gurgaon-Faridabad Expressway
- Parson Temple near Badhkal Lake
- Jagannath Temple, Faridabad, Sector 15A
- Hari Parwat Mandir, Anangpur
Notable People from Faridabad
Many famous people come from Faridabad, including:
- Manu Bhaker - a double Olympic medalist
- Ajey Nagar – a popular YouTube content creator known as CarryMinati
- Sonu Nigam – a famous Bollywood singer
- Dhruv Rathee – a well-known YouTuber
- Mohit Sharma – an international cricketer
- Richa Sharma - a Bollywood and devotional singer
- Gaurav Solanki – an international boxer
- Rahul Tewatia – a cricketer who plays for Haryana and Gujarat Titans
Images for kids
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Lake near Surajkund
See also
In Spanish: Faridabad para niños
