Fatehpur Village - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Madhesara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 219081. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 843317 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Bathnaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur village has a total population of 6,326 people, consisting of 3,256 males and 3,070 females. The village has 1,267 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,449 literate and 3,877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 506 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 | 6,326 | 3,256 | 3,070 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,262 | 632 | 630 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 269 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,449 | 1,456 | 993 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,877 | 1,800 | 2,077 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitamarhi to Fatehpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Madhesara.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 843317.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur has a total population of 6,326, including 3,256 males and 3,070 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 1,267 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 38.71%. Male literacy is 44.72% and female literacy is 32.35%.