Khanpur - Samrala, Ludhiana
Khanpur is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 032987. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 141115 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 128 people, including 64 males and 64 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.76%, with male literacy at 87.72% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
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
Khanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Khanpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana 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 141115.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 128, including 64 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 83.76%. Male literacy was 87.72% and female literacy was 80.00%.