Fatehpur - Oupada, Balasore
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Fatepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 393388. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 28 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 Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
According to the 2011 Census, Fatehpur village had a total population of 992 people, including 496 males and 496 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.45%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 71.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154.
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 | 992 | 496 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 62 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 70 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 390 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 106 | 174 |
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 >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 Soro to Fatehpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Fatehpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Fatepur.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 756048.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had a total population of 992, including 496 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur was 80.45%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 71.40%.