Khempur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Khempur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Khempur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khempur is 055450. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.04 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khempur
As per Census 2011, Khempur village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 171 males and 173 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 171 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 32 | 63 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khempur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Khempur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Khempur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khempur
Where is Khempur located?
Khempur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khempur?
Khempur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khempur?
The pincode of Khempur is 263140.
What is the population of Khempur?
Khempur has a total population of 344, including 171 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
There are 71 households in Khempur.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur is 72.38%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 63.58%.