Rajapur - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Rajapur is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Rajapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 246918. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 802163 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajapur
As per Census 2011, Rajapur village has a total population of 3,043 people, consisting of 1,581 males and 1,462 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,987 literate and 1,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,043 | 1,581 | 1,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 252 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 42 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,987 | 1,176 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 405 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Rajapur
Rajapur 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 Rajapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rajapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koilwar to Rajapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Rajapur is about 25 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 Rajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajapur?
Rajapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 802163.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur has a total population of 3,043, including 1,581 males and 1,462 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
There are 421 households in Rajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur is 65.30%. Male literacy is 74.38% and female literacy is 55.47%.