Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) - Simri, Buxar
Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) is a village situated in the Simri subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simri and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Keshopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) is 247817. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.47 hectares and falls under the 802135 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) village had a total population of 1,287 people, including 672 males and 615 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.65%, with male literacy at 81.04% and female literacy at 59.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 1,287 | 672 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 466 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 206 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)
Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) 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 Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)
Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) 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 Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dumraon to Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)
Where is Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) located?
Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) village is located in Simri Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) is Keshopur.
What is the pincode of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)?
The pincode of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) is 802135.
What is the population of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)?
Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) had a total population of 1,287, including 672 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)?
Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur Kalan (Bishunpur) was 70.65%. Male literacy was 81.04% and female literacy was 59.36%.