Fatehpur Kalan - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Fatehpur Kalan is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Fatehpur Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur Kalan is 031974. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Fatehpur Kalan 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 Kalan
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur Kalan village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 163 males and 169 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 240 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatehpur Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 163 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 40 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Fatehpur Kalan
Fatehpur Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rawal Pindi | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Denowal Kalan | South | 1.65 km |
| Dairan | South | 1.69 km |
| Dagam | West | 1.99 km |
| Darapur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Denowal Khurd | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Mohanwal | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Ibrahimpur | East | 2.68 km |
| Chauhra | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Basiala | South | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fatehpur Kalan
Fatehpur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.4 km.
| 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 Kalan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fatehpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fatehpur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fatehpur Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Fatehpur Kalan
Where is Fatehpur Kalan located?
Fatehpur Kalan village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur Kalan?
Fatehpur Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur Kalan?
The pincode of Fatehpur Kalan is 144527.
What is the population of Fatehpur Kalan?
Fatehpur Kalan has a total population of 332, including 163 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur Kalan?
There are 72 households in Fatehpur Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur Kalan is 72.29%. Male literacy is 75.46% and female literacy is 69.23%.