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
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur village has a total population of 2,057 people, consisting of 1,089 males and 968 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 693 literate and 1,364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 576 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatehpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,057, including 1,089 males and 968 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 383 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 33.69%. Male literacy is 45.09% and female literacy is 20.87%.