Khanpur - Mahwa, Dausa
Khanpur is a village situated in the Mahwa tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahwa and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 078255. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 322240 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
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 Mahuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 1,601 people, including 861 males and 740 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.56%, with male literacy at 83.05% and female literacy at 56.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 772.
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 | 1,601 | 861 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 147 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 772 | 427 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 593 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 664 | 268 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur
Khanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gohandi Meena | West | 1.21 km |
| Aund Gurjar | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Aund Brahman | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Tehra | South | 1.88 km |
| Gohandi Gurjar | West | 1.94 km |
| Milkipura | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Aund Meena | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Kondla | West | 2.88 km |
| Kutakpur | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Kherla Bujurg | South-West | 3.46 km |
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 Dhindhora Hkmkd, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dausa to Khanpur is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Mahwa Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, 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 322240.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 1,601, including 861 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 70.56%. Male literacy was 83.05% and female literacy was 56.03%.