Fakirabad - Derabish, Kendrapara
Fakirabad is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Chatarachakoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fakirabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fakirabad is 396672. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 754250 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Fakirabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fakirabad
According to the 2011 Census, Fakirabad village had a total population of 983 people, including 513 males and 470 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 91.21% and female literacy at 77.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 331, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 983 | 513 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 172 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 415 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 98 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Fakirabad
Fakirabad 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 Fakirabad
Fakirabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Fakirabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Fakirabad is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Fakirabad is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fakirabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fakirabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Fakirabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fakirabad 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Fakirabad
Where is Fakirabad located?
Fakirabad village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fakirabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Fakirabad is Chatarachakoda.
What is the pincode of Fakirabad?
The pincode of Fakirabad is 754250.
What is the population of Fakirabad?
Fakirabad had a total population of 983, including 513 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Fakirabad?
Fakirabad had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fakirabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fakirabad was 84.83%. Male literacy was 91.21% and female literacy was 77.96%.