Rajgaon Arazi - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Rajgaon Arazi is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Rajgaon Araji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajgaon Arazi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajgaon Arazi is 239057. The village covers a total geographical area of 786 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Sahibganj (jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rajgaon Arazi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajgaon Arazi
According to the 2011 Census, Rajgaon Arazi village had a total population of 6,970 people, including 3,619 males and 3,351 females, living in 1,370 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.62%, with male literacy at 65.67% and female literacy at 42.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,624.
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 | 6,970 | 3,619 | 3,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,291 | 654 | 637 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,624 | 810 | 814 |
| Literate Population | 3,102 | 1,947 | 1,155 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,868 | 1,672 | 2,196 |
Nearby Villages of Rajgaon Arazi
Rajgaon Arazi 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 Rajgaon Arazi
Rajgaon Arazi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahibganj (jharkhand) to Rajgaon Arazi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Rajgaon Arazi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajgaon Arazi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajgaon Arazi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajgaon Arazi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajgaon Arazi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Rajgaon Arazi
Where is Rajgaon Arazi located?
Rajgaon Arazi village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajgaon Arazi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajgaon Arazi is Rajgaon Araji.
What is the pincode of Rajgaon Arazi?
The pincode of Rajgaon Arazi is 813209.
What is the population of Rajgaon Arazi?
Rajgaon Arazi had a total population of 6,970, including 3,619 males and 3,351 females.
How many households are there in Rajgaon Arazi?
Rajgaon Arazi had 1,370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajgaon Arazi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajgaon Arazi was 54.62%. Male literacy was 65.67% and female literacy was 42.56%.