Fatehpur Village - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Bihargain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 255882. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Fatehpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Fatehpur
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur village has a total population of 1,090 people, consisting of 541 males and 549 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 544 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatehpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,090 | 541 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 203 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 312 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 229 | 315 |
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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Fatehpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Fatehpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Bihargain.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 824217.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur has a total population of 1,090, including 541 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 176 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 50.09%. Male literacy is 57.67% and female literacy is 42.62%.