Khem Pur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Khem Pur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Khem Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khem Pur is 174845. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.34 hectares and falls under the 271125 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town.
Khem Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khem Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Khem Pur village had a total population of 2,839 people, including 1,503 males and 1,336 females, living in 372 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.84%, with male literacy at 60.76% and female literacy at 33.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 2,839 | 1,503 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 267 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 751 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,731 | 752 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Khem Pur
Khem Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalpur Jagdishpur | North | 1.30 km |
| Taiyyab Pur | East | 1.37 km |
| Gondawa | South | 1.38 km |
| Naraunda | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Suaia | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Devi Daspur | West | 2.57 km |
| Jairam Jot | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Semara | South | 2.85 km |
| Sunsa Daudpur | West | 2.92 km |
| Mohammad Pur | South | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khem Pur
Khem Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Colonelganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Khem Pur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khem Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khem Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khem Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khem Pur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khem Pur
Where is Khem Pur located?
Khem Pur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khem Pur?
Khem Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khem Pur?
The pincode of Khem Pur is 271125.
What is the population of Khem Pur?
Khem Pur had a total population of 2,839, including 1,503 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Khem Pur?
Khem Pur had 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khem Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khem Pur was 47.84%. Male literacy was 60.76% and female literacy was 33.06%.