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
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 172 people, including 100 males and 72 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 720 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.35%, with male literacy at 48.65% and female literacy at 25.42%.
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 | 172 | 100 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 172, including 100 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 38.35%. Male literacy was 48.65% and female literacy was 25.42%.