Khanpur - Khaira, Balasore
Khanpur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Goliha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 393648. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 756059 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
As per Census 2011, Khanpur village has a total population of 201 people, consisting of 112 males and 89 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 794 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 31 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 112 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 99 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhadrak to Khanpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khanpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Goliha.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 756059.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 201, including 112 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 59 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 84.58%. Male literacy is 88.39% and female literacy is 79.78%.