Khanpur - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Khanpur is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Tharad and around 93 km from Palanpur. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 507595. The village covers a total geographical area of 979.21 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
As per Census 2011, Khanpur village has a total population of 2,162 people, consisting of 1,121 males and 1,041 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,173 literate and 989 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,162 | 1,121 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 188 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 215 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 147 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 773 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 348 | 641 |
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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Khanpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khanpur is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad 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 385565.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 2,162, including 1,121 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 378 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 54.26%. Male literacy is 68.96% and female literacy is 38.42%.