Khempur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Khempur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Karaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khempur is 201102. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.14 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khempur
As per Census 2011, Khempur village has a total population of 651 people, consisting of 323 males and 328 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 323 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 436 | 254 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 69 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Khempur
Khempur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belawan | West | 0.71 km |
| Abhaipur | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Rajapur | South | 1.29 km |
| Piyarepur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Kurawan | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Misirmau | West | 1.78 km |
| Rajepur | North | 1.88 km |
| Bisawan | East | 1.95 km |
| Amepur | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Chaobepur | South-East | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khempur
Khempur 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 Srikrishna Nagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machhlishahr to Khempur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Khempur is about 38 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 Khempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khempur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khempur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khempur
Where is Khempur located?
Khempur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khempur is Karaura.
What is the pincode of Khempur?
The pincode of Khempur is 222143.
What is the population of Khempur?
Khempur has a total population of 651, including 323 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
There are 80 households in Khempur.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur is 66.97%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 55.49%.