Khojkipur - Batala, Gurdaspur
Khojkipur is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Khozkipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khojkipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khojkipur is 028515. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 143505 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Khojkipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khojkipur
According to the 2011 Census, Khojkipur village had a total population of 410 people, including 225 males and 185 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 84.58% and female literacy at 71.51%.
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 | 410 | 225 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 170 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 55 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Khojkipur
Khojkipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Najka | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Badala | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Bhel | East | 2.27 km |
| Kotli Araian | East | 2.32 km |
| Mansurpur | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Kohja | North | 2.65 km |
| Malli Nangal | West | 2.81 km |
| Manak Rai | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Mahaddipur | East | 3.23 km |
| Sarobad | East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khojkipur
Khojkipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sham Chaurasi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gurdaspur to Khojkipur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khojkipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khojkipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khojkipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khojkipur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khojkipur
Where is Khojkipur located?
Khojkipur village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khojkipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khojkipur is Khozkipur.
What is the pincode of Khojkipur?
The pincode of Khojkipur is 143505.
What is the population of Khojkipur?
Khojkipur had a total population of 410, including 225 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Khojkipur?
Khojkipur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khojkipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khojkipur was 78.55%. Male literacy was 84.58% and female literacy was 71.51%.