Khemipur - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Khemipur is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Khemipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khemipur is 194772. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.27 hectares and falls under the 223225 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khemipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khemipur
As per Census 2011, Khemipur village has a total population of 3,477 people, consisting of 1,732 males and 1,745 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 614 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,863 literate and 1,614 illiterate residents. Additionally, 496 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khemipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,477 | 1,732 | 1,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 614 | 334 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 246 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,863 | 1,102 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,614 | 630 | 984 |
Nearby Villages of Khemipur
Khemipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dandu Pur | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Purshottampur | South | 2.32 km |
| Chachikpur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Parsawa Mahola | West | 2.43 km |
| Keshruwa Bujurg | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Bahrpur | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Kurmihaya | East | 2.65 km |
| Amiala Pur | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Balapur | South | 3.10 km |
| Pithapur | South-East | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khemipur
Khemipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ulna Bhari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Shahganj to Khemipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Khemipur 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 Khemipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khemipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khemipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khemipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khemipur
Where is Khemipur located?
Khemipur village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khemipur?
Khemipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khemipur?
The pincode of Khemipur is 223225.
What is the population of Khemipur?
Khemipur has a total population of 3,477, including 1,732 males and 1,745 females.
How many households are there in Khemipur?
There are 468 households in Khemipur.
What is the literacy rate in Khemipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khemipur is 53.58%. Male literacy is 63.63% and female literacy is 43.61%.