Khempur - Kadwa, Katihar
Khempur is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Sagrath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khempur is 224568. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 855105 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Khempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khempur
According to the 2011 Census, Khempur village had a total population of 979 people, including 535 males and 444 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.28%, with male literacy at 63.16% and female literacy at 43.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 979 | 535 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 98 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 276 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 259 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Khempur
Khempur 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 Khempur
Public transport in the Khempur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khempur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khempur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khempur 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 Khempur
Where is Khempur located?
Khempur village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khempur is Sagrath.
What is the pincode of Khempur?
The pincode of Khempur is 855105.
What is the population of Khempur?
Khempur had a total population of 979, including 535 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
Khempur had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur was 54.28%. Male literacy was 63.16% and female literacy was 43.78%.