Khawaspur - Chapra, Saran
Khawaspur is a village situated in the Chapra subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chapra and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bhairopur Nizamat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khawaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawaspur is 233684. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 841211 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khawaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garkha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khawaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Khawaspur village had a total population of 984 people, including 504 males and 480 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.70%, with male literacy at 81.54% and female literacy at 57.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 984 | 504 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 114 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 318 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 186 | 255 |
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 in the Khawaspur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khawaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Khawaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Khawaspur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Chapra Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khawaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khawaspur is Bhairopur Nizamat.
What is the pincode of Khawaspur?
The pincode of Khawaspur is 841211.
What is the population of Khawaspur?
Khawaspur had a total population of 984, including 504 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Khawaspur?
Khawaspur had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawaspur was 69.70%. Male literacy was 81.54% and female literacy was 57.84%.