Khanpur - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Khanpur is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Basi Babu Khan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 030853. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
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 Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 533 people, including 264 males and 269 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.29%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 79.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304.
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 | 533 | 264 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 147 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 193 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 71 | 71 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Khanpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 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 Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Basi Babu Khan.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 144221.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 533, including 264 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 81.29%. Male literacy was 82.83% and female literacy was 79.84%.