Khanpur - Maheshpur, Pakur
Khanpur is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pakur. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 360752. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.02 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanpur
As per Census 2011, Khanpur village has a total population of 1,255 people, consisting of 664 males and 591 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 572 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,255 | 664 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 131 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 328 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 336 | 347 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakur to Khanpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, 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 816106.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 1,255, including 664 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 270 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 45.58%. Male literacy is 49.40% and female literacy is 41.29%.