Khanpur Paschim - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Khanpur Paschim is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khanpur Pashim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur Paschim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur Paschim is 056019. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.27 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khanpur Paschim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpur Paschim
As per Census 2011, Khanpur Paschim village has a total population of 2,361 people, consisting of 1,213 males and 1,148 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,371 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 827 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanpur Paschim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,361 | 1,213 | 1,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 187 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,138 | 598 | 540 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 409 | 418 |
| Literate Population | 1,371 | 804 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 409 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur Paschim
Khanpur Paschim 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 Khanpur Paschim
Khanpur Paschim 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 5-10 km of Khanpur Paschim.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gadarpur to Khanpur Paschim is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khanpur Paschim is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanpur Paschim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanpur Paschim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanpur Paschim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanpur Paschim 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khanpur Paschim
Where is Khanpur Paschim located?
Khanpur Paschim village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur Paschim?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur Paschim is Khanpur Pashim.
What is the pincode of Khanpur Paschim?
The pincode of Khanpur Paschim is 263152.
What is the population of Khanpur Paschim?
Khanpur Paschim has a total population of 2,361, including 1,213 males and 1,148 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur Paschim?
There are 478 households in Khanpur Paschim.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur Paschim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur Paschim is 58.07%. Male literacy is 66.28% and female literacy is 49.39%.