Khanpur - Lalganj, Azamgarh
Khanpur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Lalmau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 195666. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.41 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 602 km away.
Khanpur 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 Mehnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 63 people, including 29 males and 34 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 81.25%.
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 | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lachimanpur | South-West | 0.59 km |
| Jaminnamdev | South-East | 0.66 km |
| Mokalpur | South | 0.69 km |
| Kusarana | West | 0.74 km |
| Kuba Khas | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Parsinia | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Khijirpur | South | 1.31 km |
| Thegipur | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Raghubirpur | North | 1.39 km |
| Lalmau | West | 1.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanpur
Khanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dudhaunda, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Khanpur is about 602 km, with a usual travel time of around ~17.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Khanpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Lalmau.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 276204.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 63, including 29 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 84.21%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 81.25%.