Fatehpur - Narwar, Shivpuri
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Fatehpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 455558. The village covers a total geographical area of 880.75 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur village has a total population of 1,809 people, consisting of 999 males and 810 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 810 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 1,023 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatehpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,809 | 999 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 176 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 205 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 509 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,023 | 490 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Fatehpur
Fatehpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadicha | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Berkheda | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Phoolpur Karera | North | 3.07 km |
| Barsodi | East | 3.10 km |
| Ramgadha | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Jhanda | South | 3.95 km |
| Nainagir | West | 4.18 km |
| Silra | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Samuha | South-East | 5.44 km |
| Rajpur | North | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fatehpur
Fatehpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narwar to Fatehpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Fatehpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, 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 473880.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur has a total population of 1,809, including 999 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 325 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 43.45%. Male literacy is 50.95% and female literacy is 34.20%.