Fauzpur - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Fauzpur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.1 km from Mathurapur and around 46.9 km from Alipore. Shankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fauzpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fauzpur is 334863. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.28 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Fauzpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fauzpur
According to the 2011 Census, Fauzpur village had a total population of 939 people, including 491 males and 448 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.69%, with male literacy at 81.42% and female literacy at 65.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 939 | 491 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 320 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 171 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Fauzpur
Fauzpur 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 Fauzpur
Fauzpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Fauzpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Fauzpur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Fauzpur is about 46.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fauzpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fauzpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fauzpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fauzpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fauzpur
Where is Fauzpur located?
Fauzpur village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fauzpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Fauzpur is Shankarpur.
What is the pincode of Fauzpur?
The pincode of Fauzpur is 743354.
What is the population of Fauzpur?
Fauzpur had a total population of 939, including 491 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Fauzpur?
Fauzpur had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fauzpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fauzpur was 73.69%. Male literacy was 81.42% and female literacy was 65.06%.