Fatepur - Para, Purulia
Fatepur is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from Para and around 62.3 km from Purulia. Bahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatepur is 330016. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.16 hectares and falls under the 723155 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Fatepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Fatepur
As per Census 2011, Fatepur village has a total population of 1,221 people, consisting of 624 males and 597 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 641 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,221 | 624 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 641 | 330 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 417 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 207 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Fatepur
Fatepur 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 Fatepur
Fatepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Fatepur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santaldih to Fatepur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Fatepur is about 62.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 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 Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatepur is Bahara.
What is the pincode of Fatepur?
The pincode of Fatepur is 723155.
What is the population of Fatepur?
Fatepur has a total population of 1,221, including 624 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Fatepur?
There are 224 households in Fatepur.
What is the literacy rate in Fatepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatepur is 55.28%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 43.22%.