Rasula - Shahkund, Bhagalpur
Rasula is a village situated in the Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkund and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Sarauni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasula is 239842. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 813108 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rasula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rasula
According to the 2011 Census, Rasula village had a total population of 452 people, including 231 males and 221 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.52%, with male literacy at 62.96% and female literacy at 53.71%.
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 | 452 | 231 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 119 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 112 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Rasula
Rasula 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 Rasula
Rasula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rasula.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhagalpur to Rasula is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rasula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasula 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 Rasula
Where is Rasula located?
Rasula village is located in Shahkund Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasula?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasula is Sarauni.
What is the pincode of Rasula?
The pincode of Rasula is 813108.
What is the population of Rasula?
Rasula had a total population of 452, including 231 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Rasula?
Rasula had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasula was 58.52%. Male literacy was 62.96% and female literacy was 53.71%.