Fatehpur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Fattepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 175000. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.53 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Karnail Ganj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
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 Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
According to the 2011 Census, Fatehpur village had a total population of 1,271 people, including 660 males and 611 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.62%, with male literacy at 62.85% and female literacy at 38.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 1,271 | 660 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 119 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 125 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 340 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 320 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Fatehpur
Fatehpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Baijnath | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Udiyapur | West | 1.08 km |
| Mahuwar | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Pachamari | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Ganauliya | South | 1.51 km |
| Duda | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Mohammadpur Kamiyar | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Tarahata | West | 1.82 km |
| Atarauliya | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Dullapur | South | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fatehpur
Fatehpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jarwal Road, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnail Ganj to Fatehpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Fatehpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 >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 Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Fattepur.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 271502.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had a total population of 1,271, including 660 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
Fatehpur had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur was 51.62%. Male literacy was 62.85% and female literacy was 38.91%.