Khanpur - Jaswantpura, Jalore
Khanpur is a village situated in the Jaswantpura tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhinmal and around 65 km from Jalor. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 089358. The village covers a total geographical area of 1487.34 hectares and falls under the 343029 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Bhinmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
As per Census 2011, Khanpur village has a total population of 2,958 people, consisting of 1,505 males and 1,453 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,183 literate and 1,775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 686 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,958 | 1,505 | 1,453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 286 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 365 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 149 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 815 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,775 | 690 | 1,085 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhinmal to Khanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Khanpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Jaswantpura Tehsil, Jalore 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 343029.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 2,958, including 1,505 males and 1,453 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 547 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 39.99%. Male literacy is 54.15% and female literacy is 25.33%.