Khojpur - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Khojpur is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Khojpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khojpur is 030219. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.73 hectares and falls under the 144036 pincode. Nurmahal is the nearest town.
Khojpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khojpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khojpur village had a total population of 145 people, including 80 males and 65 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.88%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 80.95%.
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 | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Khojpur
Khojpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaitowal | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Bir Jaitowal | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Danduwal | West | 1.79 km |
| Pasla | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Rurka Kalan | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Rupowal | South | 2.51 km |
| Mehsampur | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Nagra | South | 3.17 km |
| Bharuwal | South | 3.20 km |
| Pasli | North-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khojpur
Khojpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bilga, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jalandhar to Khojpur is about 40 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 Khojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khojpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khojpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khojpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khojpur
Where is Khojpur located?
Khojpur village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khojpur?
Khojpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khojpur?
The pincode of Khojpur is 144036.
What is the population of Khojpur?
Khojpur had a total population of 145, including 80 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Khojpur?
Khojpur had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khojpur was 81.88%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 80.95%.