Khanpur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Khanpur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Roushanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 239087. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 2,071 people, including 1,122 males and 949 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.63%, with male literacy at 52.62% and female literacy at 37.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 2,071 | 1,122 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 206 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 482 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,303 | 640 | 663 |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur
Khanpur 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 Khanpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khanpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khanpur.
| 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 Colgong to Khanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Khanpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Roushanpur.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 813209.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 2,071, including 1,122 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 45.63%. Male literacy was 52.62% and female literacy was 37.29%.