Fatehpur - Asthawan, Nalanda
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Asthawan subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asthawan and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Kaila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 244534. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 803107 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 18 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 939 people, consisting of 489 males and 450 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 407 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatehpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 489 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 142 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 250 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 239 | 293 |
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 bus services. Fatehpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Fatehpur is about 18 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Asthawan Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Kaila.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 803107.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur has a total population of 939, including 489 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 145 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 43.34%. Male literacy is 51.12% and female literacy is 34.89%.