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
According to the 2011 Census, Khempur village had a total population of 344 people, including 171 males and 173 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.98%, with male literacy at 94.56% and female literacy at 75.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 344 | 171 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 344, including 171 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
Khempur had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur was 84.98%. Male literacy was 94.56% and female literacy was 75.34%.