Khanpur - Kamrej, Surat
Khanpur is a village situated in the Kamrej taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamrej and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 524153. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.64 hectares and falls under the 394320 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Kamrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
As per Census 2011, Khanpur village has a total population of 1,426 people, consisting of 703 males and 723 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 783 literate and 643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 661 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,426 | 703 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 661 | 314 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 408 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 295 | 348 |
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 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 Bardoli to Khanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Khanpur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Kamrej Taluka, Surat 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 394320.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 1,426, including 703 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 321 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 54.91%. Male literacy is 58.04% and female literacy is 51.87%.