Fatehpur - Dobhi, Gaya
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Dobhi subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dobhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Bari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 256435. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 824220 pincode. Sherghati 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.
Population of Fatehpur
According to the 2011 Census, Fatehpur village had a total population of 463 people, including 204 males and 259 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.84%, with male literacy at 74.52% and female literacy at 55.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 204 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 117 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 87 | 143 |
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 >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 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Fatehpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 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 2-5 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 Dobhi Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Bari.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 824220.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had a total population of 463, including 204 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur was 63.84%. Male literacy was 74.52% and female literacy was 55.77%.