Khanpur - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Khanpur is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 038354. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 140133 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the S.a.s.nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
As per Census 2011, Khanpur village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 234 males and 208 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 234 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 178 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 56 | 59 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khanpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Khanpur is about 47 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar 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 140133.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 442, including 234 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 89 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 73.98%. Male literacy is 76.07% and female literacy is 71.63%.