Khandsar - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Khandsar is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Khandsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandsar is 132898. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.87 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khandsar 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 Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandsar
According to the 2011 Census, Khandsar village had a total population of 806 people, including 451 males and 355 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 787 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.90%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 64.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300.
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 | 806 | 451 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 164 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 290 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 161 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Khandsar
Khandsar 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 Khandsar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Khandsar.
| 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 Shahjahanpur to Khandsar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Khandsar is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandsar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khandsar
Where is Khandsar located?
Khandsar village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandsar?
Khandsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandsar?
The pincode of Khandsar is 242405.
What is the population of Khandsar?
Khandsar had a total population of 806, including 451 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Khandsar?
Khandsar had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandsar was 69.90%. Male literacy was 74.36% and female literacy was 64.31%.