Fategadh - Dhari, Amreli
Fategadh is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Fategadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fategadh is 515713. The village covers a total geographical area of 912.08 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Fategadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fategadh
According to the 2011 Census, Fategadh village had a total population of 583 people, including 297 males and 286 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.27%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 78.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 583 | 297 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 256 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 41 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Fategadh
Fategadh 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 Fategadh
Fategadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Fategadh is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Fategadh is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fategadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fategadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fategadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fategadh 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 Fategadh
Where is Fategadh located?
Fategadh village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fategadh?
Fategadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fategadh?
The pincode of Fategadh is 365640.
What is the population of Fategadh?
Fategadh had a total population of 583, including 297 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Fategadh?
Fategadh had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fategadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fategadh was 86.27%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 78.28%.