Khijarpur - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Khijarpur is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Khizarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khijarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijarpur is 029384. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.83 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Kapurthala is the nearest town.
Khijarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khijarpur village had a total population of 620 people, including 334 males and 286 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.89%, with male literacy at 63.87% and female literacy at 59.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393.
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 | 620 | 334 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 60 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 208 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 175 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 159 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Khijarpur
Khijarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhani Husse Khan | South | 1.41 km |
| Fateh Ali Kahnwala | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Mand Dhunda | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Miani Malaha | North | 2.38 km |
| Shiv Dial Wala | South | 2.46 km |
| Patti Safdarpur | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Safardarpur | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Chaudhriwala | West | 3.26 km |
| Talwandi Chaudhrian | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Mand Partap Pur | South-West | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khijarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khijarpur. The nearest railway station is Sultanpur Lodi, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Khijarpur 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 Khijarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijarpur 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 Khijarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijarpur 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 Khijarpur
Where is Khijarpur located?
Khijarpur village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khijarpur is Khizarpur.
What is the pincode of Khijarpur?
The pincode of Khijarpur is 144626.
What is the population of Khijarpur?
Khijarpur had a total population of 620, including 334 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Khijarpur?
Khijarpur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijarpur was 61.89%. Male literacy was 63.87% and female literacy was 59.77%.