Khawaspur - Kadwa, Katihar
Khawaspur is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Madhaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khawaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawaspur is 224475. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.89 hectares and falls under the 855105 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Khawaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khawaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Khawaspur village had a total population of 301 people, including 163 males and 138 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.50%, with male literacy at 26.67% and female literacy at 10.38%.
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 | 301 | 163 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 36 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 127 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Khawaspur
Khawaspur 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 Khawaspur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khawaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Khawaspur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khawaspur
Where is Khawaspur located?
Khawaspur village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khawaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khawaspur is Madhaipur.
What is the pincode of Khawaspur?
The pincode of Khawaspur is 855105.
What is the population of Khawaspur?
Khawaspur had a total population of 301, including 163 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Khawaspur?
Khawaspur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawaspur was 19.50%. Male literacy was 26.67% and female literacy was 10.38%.