Khepar - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Khepar is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Khepar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khepar is 030764. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Khepar 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 Khepar
As per Census 2011, Khepar village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 45 males and 41 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khepar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Khepar
Khepar 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 Khepar
Khepar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khepar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Khepar is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khepar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khepar 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 Khepar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khepar 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 Khepar
Where is Khepar located?
Khepar village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khepar?
Khepar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khepar?
The pincode of Khepar is 144207.
What is the population of Khepar?
Khepar has a total population of 86, including 45 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Khepar?
There are 16 households in Khepar.
What is the literacy rate in Khepar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khepar is 67.44%. Male literacy is 57.78% and female literacy is 78.05%.