Khwajpur - Ramnagar, Nainital
Khwajpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Himmatpur Block serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khwajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khwajpur is 055359. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.33 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khwajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khwajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khwajpur village had a total population of 242 people, including 109 males and 133 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,220 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.88%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 77.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 242 | 109 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 75 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Khwajpur
Khwajpur 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 Khwajpur
Khwajpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khwajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Khwajpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Khwajpur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khwajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khwajpur 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 Khwajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khwajpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khwajpur
Where is Khwajpur located?
Khwajpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khwajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khwajpur is Himmatpur Block.
What is the pincode of Khwajpur?
The pincode of Khwajpur is 244715.
What is the population of Khwajpur?
Khwajpur had a total population of 242, including 109 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Khwajpur?
Khwajpur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khwajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khwajpur was 80.88%. Male literacy was 85.23% and female literacy was 77.59%.