Khanpur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Khanpur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 032007. The village covers a total geographical area of 508 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Garhshankar 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 Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
As per Census 2011, Khanpur village has a total population of 1,363 people, consisting of 698 males and 665 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 844 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 698 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 349 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 470 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 228 | 291 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khanpur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Khanpur is about 36 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur?
Khanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 144521.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 1,363, including 698 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 270 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 61.92%. Male literacy is 67.34% and female literacy is 56.24%.