Rajpur Kalan - Simri, Buxar
Rajpur Kalan is a village situated in the Simri subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Rajpur Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur Kalan is 247828. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.78 hectares and falls under the 802135 pincode. Balia(u.p.) is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Rajpur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpur Kalan
As per Census 2011, Rajpur Kalan village has a total population of 8,643 people, consisting of 4,539 males and 4,104 females. The village has 1,371 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,139 literate and 3,504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,340 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,643 | 4,539 | 4,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,363 | 714 | 649 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,340 | 714 | 626 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 5,139 | 3,101 | 2,038 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,504 | 1,438 | 2,066 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur Kalan
Rajpur Kalan 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
Rajpur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balia(u.p.) to Rajpur Kalan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Rajpur Kalan 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 Rajpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajpur Kalan
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rajpur Kalan
Where is Rajpur Kalan located?
Rajpur Kalan village is located in Simri Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur Kalan?
Rajpur Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpur Kalan?
The pincode of Rajpur Kalan is 802135.
What is the population of Rajpur Kalan?
Rajpur Kalan has a total population of 8,643, including 4,539 males and 4,104 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur Kalan?
There are 1,371 households in Rajpur Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur Kalan is 59.46%. Male literacy is 68.32% and female literacy is 49.66%.