Fakirpur - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Fakirpur is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Sahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fakirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fakirpur is 395140. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Fakirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandabali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fakirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Fakirpur village had a total population of 457 people, including 220 males and 237 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.83%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 67.63%.
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 | 457 | 220 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 165 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 55 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Fakirpur
Fakirpur 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 Fakirpur
Public transport in the Fakirpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhadrak to Fakirpur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Fakirpur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fakirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fakirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Fakirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fakirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Fakirpur
Where is Fakirpur located?
Fakirpur village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fakirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fakirpur is Sahapur.
What is the pincode of Fakirpur?
The pincode of Fakirpur is 756130.
What is the population of Fakirpur?
Fakirpur had a total population of 457, including 220 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Fakirpur?
Fakirpur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fakirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fakirpur was 76.83%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 67.63%.