Fatehpur - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Harpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 226855. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 847123 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Keoti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur village has a total population of 1,291 people, consisting of 690 males and 601 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 936 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatehpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 690 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 250 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 226 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 936 | 464 | 472 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Fatehpur 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Harpur.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 847123.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur has a total population of 1,291, including 690 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 278 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 27.50%. Male literacy is 32.75% and female literacy is 21.46%.