Fatehpur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Fatehpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 031843. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 146110 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
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 Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
According to the 2011 Census, Fatehpur village had a total population of 797 people, including 429 males and 368 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.14%, with male literacy at 82.31% and female literacy at 75.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 797 | 429 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 307 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 122 | 121 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Fatehpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Fatehpur is about 40 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 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 | 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, 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 146110.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had a total population of 797, including 429 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur was 79.14%. Male literacy was 82.31% and female literacy was 75.54%.