Fatehpur - Bani, Kathua
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 179 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Fatehpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 001776. The village covers a total geographical area of 1160 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
According to the 2011 Census, Fatehpur village had a total population of 2,057 people, including 1,089 males and 968 females, living in 383 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.67%, with male literacy at 55.29% and female literacy at 26.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 576, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 2,057 | 1,089 | 968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 201 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 309 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 137 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 491 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,364 | 598 | 766 |
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.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bani to Fatehpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Fatehpur is about 179 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | 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 Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 184206.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had a total population of 2,057, including 1,089 males and 968 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur was 41.67%. Male literacy was 55.29% and female literacy was 26.06%.