Khempur - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Khempur is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Lunawada and around 63 km from Godhra. Khempur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khempur is 518226. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.97 hectares and falls under the 388270 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khempur
As per Census 2011, Khempur village has a total population of 2,051 people, consisting of 1,052 males and 999 females. The village has 413 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,261 literate and 790 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,051 | 1,052 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 142 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 1,261 | 736 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 316 | 474 |
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
Khempur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lunawada to Khempur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Khempur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khempur
Where is Khempur located?
Khempur village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khempur?
Khempur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khempur?
The pincode of Khempur is 388270.
What is the population of Khempur?
Khempur has a total population of 2,051, including 1,052 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
There are 413 households in Khempur.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur is 61.48%. Male literacy is 69.96% and female literacy is 52.55%.