Fategadh - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Fategadh is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Fategadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fategadh is 508567. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.6 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Fategadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Fategadh
As per Census 2011, Fategadh village has a total population of 930 people, consisting of 488 males and 442 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 474 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fategadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 930 | 488 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 84 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 303 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 185 | 289 |
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
Public transport in the Fategadh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Fategadh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Patan to Fategadh is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Fategadh is about 50 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fategadh
Where is Fategadh located?
Fategadh village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha 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 385550.
What is the population of Fategadh?
Fategadh has a total population of 930, including 488 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Fategadh?
There are 169 households in Fategadh.
What is the literacy rate in Fategadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fategadh is 49.03%. Male literacy is 62.09% and female literacy is 34.62%.