Khanpur
Khanpur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Khanpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khanpur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Khanpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanpur is 031860. The village spans a total geographical area of 94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Mahilpur is nearest town to Khanpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Khanpur
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur has a total population of about 1,479, with approximately 760 males and 719 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 839 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.83%, with male literacy at about 72.76% and female literacy near 64.67%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 760 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 92 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 423 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,018 | 553 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 207 | 254 |
Connectivity of Khanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Khanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Khanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khanpur
- Where is Khanpur located?
- Khanpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur?
- Khanpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khanpur?
- The pincode of Khanpur is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanpur is 1,479, with 760 males and 719 females.
- How many households are there in Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khanpur village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanpur is 68.83%. The male literacy rate is 72.76%, while the female literacy rate is 64.67%.