Khanpur Rajputan - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Khanpur Rajputan is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Khanpur Rajputan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur Rajputan is 029833. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 144701 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Khanpur Rajputan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur Rajputan
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur Rajputan village had a total population of 448 people, including 230 males and 218 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.15%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 75.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 207.
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 | 448 | 230 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 176 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 54 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur Rajputan
Khanpur Rajputan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirpur Saudan | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Innowal | South | 1.25 km |
| Mulewal Brahmna | West | 1.30 km |
| Kotli Gagran | East | 1.53 km |
| Mullewal Khera | West | 1.55 km |
| Namajipur | North | 1.61 km |
| Mianwal Arian | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Mussewal | North | 2.23 km |
| Sadarpur (86 ) | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Malsian | North-East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanpur Rajputan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khanpur Rajputan. The nearest railway station is Mulewal Khaihra, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jalandhar to Khanpur Rajputan 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 Khanpur Rajputan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanpur Rajputan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanpur Rajputan
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 Rajputan 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 Khanpur Rajputan
Where is Khanpur Rajputan located?
Khanpur Rajputan village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanpur Rajputan?
Khanpur Rajputan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanpur Rajputan?
The pincode of Khanpur Rajputan is 144701.
What is the population of Khanpur Rajputan?
Khanpur Rajputan had a total population of 448, including 230 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur Rajputan?
Khanpur Rajputan had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur Rajputan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur Rajputan was 80.15%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 75.26%.