Khijarpur - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Khijarpur is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Asarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khijarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijarpur is 038778. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 140111 pincode. Rupnagar 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 Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khijarpur village had a total population of 138 people, including 69 males and 69 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.16%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 73.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 14 | 23 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garhi | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Karkhanna Bela | West | 1.56 km |
| Rattanpur | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Tapprian Boothgarh | East | 1.68 km |
| Khalilpur | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Asarpur | South | 2.11 km |
| Tapprian Kharisur | East | 2.28 km |
| Beli Attalgarh | West | 2.35 km |
| Lakhewal | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Bela Tajowal | North-West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khijarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khijarpur. The nearest railway station is Rupnagar, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Khijarpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 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 Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khijarpur is Asarpur.
What is the pincode of Khijarpur?
The pincode of Khijarpur is 140111.
What is the population of Khijarpur?
Khijarpur had a total population of 138, including 69 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Khijarpur?
Khijarpur had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijarpur was 80.16%. Male literacy was 87.30% and female literacy was 73.02%.