Khempur - Haldwani, Nainital
Khempur is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dhuni No 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khempur is 055124. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.16 hectares and falls under the 263126 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khempur 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 Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khempur
According to the 2011 Census, Khempur village had a total population of 226 people, including 124 males and 102 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 823 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.82%, with male literacy at 90.38% and female literacy at 91.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 226 | 124 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 94 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 30 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Khempur
Khempur 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 Khempur
Khempur 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 Khempur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Haldwani to Khempur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Khempur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khempur 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 Khempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khempur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khempur
Where is Khempur located?
Khempur village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khempur is Dhuni No 1.
What is the pincode of Khempur?
The pincode of Khempur is 263126.
What is the population of Khempur?
Khempur had a total population of 226, including 124 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
Khempur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur was 90.82%. Male literacy was 90.38% and female literacy was 91.30%.