Fatehpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Telaundha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 240186. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Fatehpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 319 males and 289 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatehpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 319 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 188 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 131 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Fatehpur
Fatehpur 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 Fatehpur
Fatehpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Fatehpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Colgong to Fatehpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Fatehpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fatehpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fatehpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fatehpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fatehpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Telaundha.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 813204.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur has a total population of 608, including 319 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 107 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 44.90%. Male literacy is 58.93% and female literacy is 29.41%.