Upar Fatepur - Lalgola, Murshidabad
Upar Fatepur is a village situated in the Lalgola subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Jasaitala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upar Fatepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upar Fatepur is 314212. The village covers a total geographical area of 581.72 hectares and falls under the 742148 pincode. Lalgola is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Upar 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 Lalgola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jangipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upar Fatepur
As per Census 2011, Upar Fatepur village has a total population of 7,142 people, consisting of 3,634 males and 3,508 females. The village has 1,624 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 995 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,499 literate and 2,643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upar Fatepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,142 | 3,634 | 3,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 995 | 496 | 499 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 4,499 | 2,357 | 2,142 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,643 | 1,277 | 1,366 |
Nearby Villages of Upar Fatepur
Upar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bajupur Madhupur | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Diar Fatepur | East | 2.13 km |
| Basui | South | 2.16 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 2.21 km |
| Nadaipur | West | 2.46 km |
| Radhakantapur | East | 2.48 km |
| Sahapur | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Alighata | South | 3.06 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North | 3.11 km |
| Arazi Narayanpur | North-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Upar Fatepur
Upar Fatepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pirtala, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalgola to Upar Fatepur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upar Fatepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upar Fatepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Upar 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 Upar Fatepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upar Fatepur
Where is Upar Fatepur located?
Upar Fatepur village is located in Lalgola Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upar Fatepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Upar Fatepur is Jasaitala.
What is the pincode of Upar Fatepur?
The pincode of Upar Fatepur is 742148.
What is the population of Upar Fatepur?
Upar Fatepur has a total population of 7,142, including 3,634 males and 3,508 females.
How many households are there in Upar Fatepur?
There are 1,624 households in Upar Fatepur.
What is the literacy rate in Upar Fatepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upar Fatepur is 62.99%. Male literacy is 64.86% and female literacy is 61.06%.