Khanpur - Anand Rural, Anand
Khanpur is a village situated in the Anand Rural taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Anand and around 20 km from Anand. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 516919. The village covers a total geographical area of 1210.94 hectares and falls under the 388365 pincode. Anand is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anklav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 3,504 people, including 1,777 males and 1,727 females, living in 706 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.66%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 69.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 3,504 | 1,777 | 1,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 218 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,415 | 1,361 | 1,054 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 416 | 673 |
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
Khanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anand to Khanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Anand Rural Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanpur?
Khanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 388365.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 3,504, including 1,777 males and 1,727 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 706 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 78.66%. Male literacy was 87.30% and female literacy was 69.76%.