Fatepur - Arambag, Hooghly
Fatepur is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.3 km from Arambag and around 76.6 km from Chinsura. Malaypur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatepur is 324276. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.11 hectares and falls under the 712413 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Fatepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arambag Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Fatepur
As per Census 2011, Fatepur village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 292 males and 237 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 292 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 467 | 266 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Fatepur
Fatepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbbaharipur | East | 1.10 km |
| Bachhanari | South | 1.19 km |
| Daminya | West | 1.66 km |
| Tala | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Nizampur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Balia | South | 2.26 km |
| Gotan | North | 2.39 km |
| Kotshimul | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Ghar Gohal | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Barati | North-West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fatepur
Fatepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Fatepur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Fatepur is about 76.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fatepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fatepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fatepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fatepur 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 Fatepur
Where is Fatepur located?
Fatepur village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatepur is Malaypur-i.
What is the pincode of Fatepur?
The pincode of Fatepur is 712413.
What is the population of Fatepur?
Fatepur has a total population of 529, including 292 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Fatepur?
There are 124 households in Fatepur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatepur is 88.28%. Male literacy is 91.10% and female literacy is 84.81%.