Khanpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Khanpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Khanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 212386. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.99 hectares and falls under the 231306 pincode.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 1,791 people, including 892 males and 899 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.91%, with male literacy at 93.43% and female literacy at 78.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276.
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 | 1,791 | 892 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 141 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 711 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 181 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur
Khanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogi Bhogi Kalan | South | 1.15 km |
| Putlukia | North | 1.32 km |
| Payagpur | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Jogi Bhogi Khurd | South | 1.52 km |
| Ajijganj | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Sonbarsa | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Meghupur | South | 1.91 km |
| Tammanpatti | East | 2.01 km |
| Muinuddinpur | East | 2.06 km |
| Magaraha | North-West | 2.07 km |
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 Chunar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mirzapur to Khanpur is about 30 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanpur?
Khanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 231306.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 1,791, including 892 males and 899 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 85.91%. Male literacy was 93.43% and female literacy was 78.56%.