Khempur - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Khempur is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khempur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khempur is 056021. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.54 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khempur 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 Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khempur
According to the 2011 Census, Khempur village had a total population of 2,126 people, including 1,101 males and 1,025 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 80.04% and female literacy at 58.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,122.
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 | 2,126 | 1,101 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 169 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 134 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,122 | 566 | 556 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 746 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 355 | 505 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khempur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khempur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Khempur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khempur is about 18 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khempur
Where is Khempur located?
Khempur village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar 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 262401.
What is the population of Khempur?
Khempur had a total population of 2,126, including 1,101 males and 1,025 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
Khempur had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur was 69.64%. Male literacy was 80.04% and female literacy was 58.69%.