Fazilpur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Fazilpur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 86.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fazilpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fazilpur is 316100. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.57 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Fazilpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fazilpur
According to the 2011 Census, Fazilpur village had a total population of 1,955 people, including 1,013 males and 942 females, living in 406 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.80%, with male literacy at 44.25% and female literacy at 39.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375.
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 | 1,955 | 1,013 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 161 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 195 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 377 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,262 | 636 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Fazilpur
Fazilpur 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 Fazilpur
Fazilpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Fazilpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Fazilpur is about 86.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fazilpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fazilpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fazilpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fazilpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fazilpur
Where is Fazilpur located?
Fazilpur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fazilpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fazilpur is Jajigram.
What is the pincode of Fazilpur?
The pincode of Fazilpur is 731221.
What is the population of Fazilpur?
Fazilpur had a total population of 1,955, including 1,013 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Fazilpur?
Fazilpur had 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fazilpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fazilpur was 41.80%. Male literacy was 44.25% and female literacy was 39.21%.