Khushalpur - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Khushalpur is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kelaband Vari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khushalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khushalpur is 055876. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.01 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khushalpur 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khushalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khushalpur village had a total population of 520 people, including 280 males and 240 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.28%, with male literacy at 74.78% and female literacy at 44.44%.
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 | 520 | 280 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 169 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 111 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Khushalpur
Khushalpur 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 Khushalpur
Public transport in the Khushalpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khushalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bajpur to Khushalpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khushalpur 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 Khushalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khushalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khushalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khushalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khushalpur
Where is Khushalpur located?
Khushalpur village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khushalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khushalpur is Kelaband Vari.
What is the pincode of Khushalpur?
The pincode of Khushalpur is 262401.
What is the population of Khushalpur?
Khushalpur had a total population of 520, including 280 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Khushalpur?
Khushalpur had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khushalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khushalpur was 60.28%. Male literacy was 74.78% and female literacy was 44.44%.