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
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 1,426 people, including 703 males and 723 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.81%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 60.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 661.
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 | 1,426 | 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 had a total population of 1,426, including 703 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 63.81%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 60.29%.