Khargapur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Khargapur is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Luhichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khargapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khargapur is 132631. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.2 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode.
Khargapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khargapur
According to the 2011 Census, Khargapur village had a total population of 416 people, including 226 males and 190 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.89%, with male literacy at 78.14% and female literacy at 64.52%.
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 | 416 | 226 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 143 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 83 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Khargapur
Khargapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Luhichee | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Ram Devri | South | 1.25 km |
| Pipra Japti | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Pipariya Ghasi | East | 1.65 km |
| Kankar Dwara | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Nagra J Navadia | North | 1.99 km |
| Luhicha | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Kamalpur | South | 2.43 km |
| Udaipur Khakhra | East | 2.75 km |
| Dev Kali | South-East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khargapur
Khargapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bisalpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Khargapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khargapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khargapur 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 Khargapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khargapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khargapur
Where is Khargapur located?
Khargapur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khargapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khargapur is Luhichi.
What is the pincode of Khargapur?
The pincode of Khargapur is 242405.
What is the population of Khargapur?
Khargapur had a total population of 416, including 226 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Khargapur?
Khargapur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khargapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khargapur was 71.89%. Male literacy was 78.14% and female literacy was 64.52%.