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
As per Census 2011, Fakirabad village has a total population of 983 people, consisting of 513 males and 470 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fakirabad are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 983, including 513 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Fakirabad?
There are 208 households in Fakirabad.
What is the literacy rate in Fakirabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fakirabad is 75.69%. Male literacy is 80.90% and female literacy is 70.00%.