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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khempur
As per Census 2011, Khempur village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 535 males and 444 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khempur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 979, including 535 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
There are 235 households in Khempur.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur is 44.74%. Male literacy is 51.59% and female literacy is 36.49%.