Khaspur - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Khaspur is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Khaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaspur is 167040. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.41 hectares and falls under the 224190 pincode. Tanda is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Khaspur village had a total population of 8,061 people, including 4,077 males and 3,984 females, living in 1,215 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.97%, with male literacy at 77.56% and female literacy at 60.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,679.
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 | 8,061 | 4,077 | 3,984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,141 | 565 | 576 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,679 | 1,362 | 1,317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,773 | 2,724 | 2,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,288 | 1,353 | 1,935 |
Nearby Villages of Khaspur
Khaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samsuddinpur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Bhikhna Pur | West | 1.61 km |
| Hakeempur | North | 1.63 km |
| Dadanpur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Trilokpur | East | 1.76 km |
| Faridpur Kutub Aalam | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Pakhana Pur | South | 1.90 km |
| Nizampur | West | 1.94 km |
| Darveshpur | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Khanupur | South | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaspur
Khaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akbarpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanda to Khaspur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Khaspur 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 Khaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khaspur
Where is Khaspur located?
Khaspur village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaspur?
Khaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaspur?
The pincode of Khaspur is 224190.
What is the population of Khaspur?
Khaspur had a total population of 8,061, including 4,077 males and 3,984 females.
How many households are there in Khaspur?
Khaspur had 1,215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaspur was 68.97%. Male literacy was 77.56% and female literacy was 60.12%.