Fatehpur - Patori, Samastipur
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Patori subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patori and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Chaksaho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 236800. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 848504 pincode. Samastipur is the nearest town, located about 42 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 Mohiuddinnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur village has a total population of 2,084 people, consisting of 1,110 males and 974 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 855 literate and 1,229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 938 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 | 2,084 | 1,110 | 974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 229 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 493 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 855 | 554 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 556 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Fatehpur
Fatehpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumduma | North-West | 0.55 km |
| Chak Saho | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Sarhad Madho | West | 1.68 km |
| Dasraha Bhograjpur | South | 2.01 km |
| Bahadur Chak | East | 2.23 km |
| Hazrat Shiura | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Bingawan | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Saidpur | North | 2.82 km |
| Chak Almun | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Mogal Chak | East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fatehpur
Fatehpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nandani Lagunia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samastipur to Fatehpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Patori Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Chaksaho.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 848504.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur has a total population of 2,084, including 1,110 males and 974 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 420 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 41.03%. Male literacy is 49.91% and female literacy is 30.90%.