Khanpur - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Khanpur is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 53.2 km from Alipore. Rajarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpur is 334516. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.92 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpur village had a total population of 1,399 people, including 709 males and 690 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 65.78%.
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 | 1,399 | 709 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 466 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 243 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Khanpur
Khanpur 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
Khanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khanpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Khanpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Khanpur is about 53.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khanpur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khanpur
Where is Khanpur located?
Khanpur village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanpur is Rajarampur.
What is the pincode of Khanpur?
The pincode of Khanpur is 743351.
What is the population of Khanpur?
Khanpur had a total population of 1,399, including 709 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Khanpur?
Khanpur had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpur was 73.40%. Male literacy was 80.90% and female literacy was 65.78%.