Khojipur - Bishnah, Jammu
Khojipur is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Khojipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khojipur is 006215. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.2 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khojipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khojipur
As per Census 2011, Khojipur village has a total population of 1,059 people, consisting of 579 males and 480 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 757 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khojipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,059 | 579 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 119 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 439 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 140 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Khojipur
Khojipur 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 Khojipur
Khojipur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Khojipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Khojipur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khojipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khojipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khojipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khojipur 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 Khojipur
Where is Khojipur located?
Khojipur village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khojipur?
Khojipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khojipur?
The pincode of Khojipur is 181132.
What is the population of Khojipur?
Khojipur has a total population of 1,059, including 579 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Khojipur?
There are 189 households in Khojipur.
What is the literacy rate in Khojipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khojipur is 71.48%. Male literacy is 75.82% and female literacy is 66.25%.