Khasour - Najibabad, Bijnor
Khasour is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Kasaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khasour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasour is 111876. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.6 hectares and falls under the 246731 pincode.
Khasour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagina Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Khasour
According to the 2011 Census, Khasour village had a total population of 1,445 people, including 733 males and 712 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.17%, with male literacy at 76.33% and female literacy at 61.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 702.
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 | 1,445 | 733 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 362 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 474 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 259 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Khasour
Khasour 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 Khasour
Khasour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khasour has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bijnor to Khasour is about 17 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 Khasour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khasour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khasour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khasour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khasour
Where is Khasour located?
Khasour village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khasour?
The Gram Panchayat of Khasour is Kasaur.
What is the pincode of Khasour?
The pincode of Khasour is 246731.
What is the population of Khasour?
Khasour had a total population of 1,445, including 733 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Khasour?
Khasour had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasour was 69.17%. Male literacy was 76.33% and female literacy was 61.82%.