Khanpur - Nagra, Saran
Khanpur is a village situated in the Nagra subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagra and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Khaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 233731. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 841442 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 943 people, including 509 males and 434 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.18%, with male literacy at 66.90% and female literacy at 45.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 943 | 509 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 291 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 218 | 275 |
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 in the Khanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Khanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Khanpur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 Nagra Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Khaira.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 841442.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 943, including 509 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 57.18%. Male literacy was 66.90% and female literacy was 45.17%.