Khanpur
Khanpur is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Mohammadpur Jat is the gram panchayat of Khanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Khanpur unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Khanpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanpur is 056355. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247661. Roorkee is nearest town to Khanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khanpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manglore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khanpur
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur has a total population of about 1,544, with approximately 823 males and 721 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,111 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.68%, with male literacy at about 57.72% and female literacy near 40.50%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,544 | 823 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,111 | 595 | 516 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 475 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 348 | 429 |
Connectivity of Khanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Khanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Khanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khanpur
- Where is Khanpur located?
- Khanpur village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Mohammadpur Jat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khanpur?
- The pincode of Khanpur is 247661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanpur is 1,544, with 823 males and 721 females.
- How many households are there in Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khanpur village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanpur is 49.68%. The male literacy rate is 57.72%, while the female literacy rate is 40.50%.