Fatehpur - Suti - I, Murshidabad
Fatehpur is a village situated in the Suti - I subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatehpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatehpur is 313914. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.41 hectares and falls under the 742223 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 2 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 Raghunathganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jangipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatehpur
As per Census 2011, Fatehpur village has a total population of 4,875 people, consisting of 2,472 males and 2,403 females. The village has 968 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 803 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,365 literate and 2,510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,000 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatehpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,875 | 2,472 | 2,403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 803 | 406 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,000 | 492 | 508 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,365 | 1,265 | 1,100 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,510 | 1,207 | 1,303 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gotha | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Paschim Narayanpur | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Nayabahadurpur (ct) | South | 1.79 km |
| Chakmeghoan (ct) | North | 2.15 km |
| Paschimpara | North | 2.48 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Sujanipara | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Chakpurapara | North | 3.25 km |
| Sadikpur | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Prasadpur | West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fatehpur
Fatehpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sujnipara, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 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 Aurangabad to Fatehpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fatehpur
Where is Fatehpur located?
Fatehpur village is located in Suti - I Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatehpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatehpur is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Fatehpur?
The pincode of Fatehpur is 742223.
What is the population of Fatehpur?
Fatehpur has a total population of 4,875, including 2,472 males and 2,403 females.
How many households are there in Fatehpur?
There are 968 households in Fatehpur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatehpur is 48.51%. Male literacy is 51.17% and female literacy is 45.78%.