Khanpur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Khanpur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Khaanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 200122. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.4 hectares and falls under the 223103 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
As per Census 2011, Khanpur village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 490 males and 536 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 490 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 92 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 320 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 170 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur
Khanpur 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 Khanpur
Khanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Khanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Khanpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Khaanpur.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 223103.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur has a total population of 1,026, including 490 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
There are 175 households in Khanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur is 55.46%. Male literacy is 65.31% and female literacy is 46.46%.