Khanpur - Sironj, Vidisha
Khanpur is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Ratanbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 480674. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.26 hectares and falls under the 464228 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
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 172 people, consisting of 100 males and 72 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 720 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 121 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 100 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 36 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 64 | 57 |
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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sironj to Khanpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Khanpur is about 94 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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 Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Ratanbari.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 464228.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 172, including 100 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 32 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 29.65%. Male literacy is 36.00% and female literacy is 20.83%.