Khapa - Kamptee, Nagpur
Khapa is a village situated in the Kamptee tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamptee and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Khapa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapa is 535738. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.23 hectares and falls under the 441401 pincode. Kamptee is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Khapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khapa
According to the 2011 Census, Khapa village had a total population of 1,718 people, including 878 males and 840 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.41%, with male literacy at 88.44% and female literacy at 78.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 1,718 | 878 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 154 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 696 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 182 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Khapa
Khapa 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 Khapa
Khapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khapa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamptee to Khapa is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Khapa is about 24 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 Khapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khapa
Where is Khapa located?
Khapa village is located in Kamptee Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa?
Khapa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khapa?
The pincode of Khapa is 441401.
What is the population of Khapa?
Khapa had a total population of 1,718, including 878 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Khapa?
Khapa had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa was 83.41%. Male literacy was 88.44% and female literacy was 78.26%.