Khempur - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Khempur is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.9 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 46.2 km from Howrah. Harali Udaynarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khempur is 332485. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 711408 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khempur
According to the 2011 Census, Khempur village had a total population of 1,415 people, including 749 males and 666 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 91.72% and female literacy at 76.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 1,415 | 749 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 61 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 631 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 118 | 201 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Khempur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Khempur is about 46.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khempur
Where is Khempur located?
Khempur village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khempur is Harali Udaynarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Khempur?
The pincode of Khempur is 711408.
What is the population of Khempur?
Khempur had a total population of 1,415, including 749 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
Khempur had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur was 84.83%. Male literacy was 91.72% and female literacy was 76.99%.