Fatepur - Tundi, Dhanbad
Fatepur is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Latani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatepur is 361003. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Fatepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatepur
As per Census 2011, Fatepur village has a total population of 1,476 people, consisting of 757 males and 719 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 1,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,092 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,476 | 757 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 162 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 35 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,092 | 569 | 523 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 299 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 458 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Fatepur
Fatepur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuski | South | 1.32 km |
| Jatakhuti | East | 1.33 km |
| Bhurahi | West | 1.34 km |
| Tukipur | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Guliyadih | North | 2.06 km |
| Dalugura | South | 2.07 km |
| Bandojor | West | 2.11 km |
| Karnpura | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Madhupur | South | 2.78 km |
| Chainpur | South | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fatepur
Fatepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Giridih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| 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 Dhanbad to Fatepur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fatepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fatepur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Fatepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fatepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Fatepur
Where is Fatepur located?
Fatepur village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatepur is Latani.
What is the pincode of Fatepur?
The pincode of Fatepur is 828142.
What is the population of Fatepur?
Fatepur has a total population of 1,476, including 757 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Fatepur?
There are 251 households in Fatepur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatepur is 30.56%. Male literacy is 39.50% and female literacy is 21.14%.