Khanpur - Barharia, Siwan
Khanpur is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Siwan.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 231445. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khanpur is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 1,594 people, including 810 males and 784 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.55%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 46.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
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 | 1,594 | 810 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 151 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 422 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 388 | 485 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Khanpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 841232.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 1,594, including 810 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 55.55%. Male literacy was 64.04% and female literacy was 46.79%.