Khawaspur - Forbesganj, Araria
Khawaspur is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Khabaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khawaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawaspur is 221573. The village covers a total geographical area of 855 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khawaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khawaspur
As per Census 2011, Khawaspur village has a total population of 7,944 people, consisting of 4,110 males and 3,834 females. The village has 1,699 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,434 literate and 4,510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,886 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khawaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,944 | 4,110 | 3,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,597 | 809 | 788 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,886 | 982 | 904 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 3,434 | 2,117 | 1,317 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,510 | 1,993 | 2,517 |
Nearby Villages of Khawaspur
Khawaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deopura | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Balua | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Rahikpur | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Gurmahi | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Shoirgaon | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Ramai | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Madhura | West | 3.17 km |
| Halhalia Jagir | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Lahsunganj | West | 3.86 km |
| Saguna | East | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khawaspur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khawaspur. The nearest railway station is Simraha, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Farbisganj to Khawaspur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Khawaspur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khawaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawaspur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khawaspur
Where is Khawaspur located?
Khawaspur village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khawaspur is Khabaspur.
What is the pincode of Khawaspur?
The pincode of Khawaspur is 854318.
What is the population of Khawaspur?
Khawaspur has a total population of 7,944, including 4,110 males and 3,834 females.
How many households are there in Khawaspur?
There are 1,699 households in Khawaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Khawaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawaspur is 43.23%. Male literacy is 51.51% and female literacy is 34.35%.