Khanjarpur - Amarpur, Banka
Khanjarpur is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bhadariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanjarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanjarpur is 240722. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 813105 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khanjarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanjarpur
As per Census 2011, Khanjarpur village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 656 males and 607 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanjarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 656 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 93 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 362 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 294 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Khanjarpur
Khanjarpur 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 Khanjarpur
Public transport in the Khanjarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Khanjarpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Khanjarpur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanjarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanjarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanjarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanjarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khanjarpur
Where is Khanjarpur located?
Khanjarpur village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanjarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanjarpur is Bhadariya.
What is the pincode of Khanjarpur?
The pincode of Khanjarpur is 813105.
What is the population of Khanjarpur?
Khanjarpur has a total population of 1,263, including 656 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Khanjarpur?
There are 196 households in Khanjarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanjarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanjarpur is 48.14%. Male literacy is 55.18% and female literacy is 40.53%.