Rashidpur - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Rashidpur is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Adhloam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rashidpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rashidpur is 227210. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 847423 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Rashidpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rashidpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rashidpur village had a total population of 1,746 people, including 910 males and 836 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.69%, with male literacy at 70.46% and female literacy at 35.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270.
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 | 1,746 | 910 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 145 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 125 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 539 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 371 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Rashidpur
Rashidpur 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 Rashidpur
Rashidpur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Rashidpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Rashidpur is about 38 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 Rashidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rashidpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rashidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rashidpur 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 Rashidpur
Where is Rashidpur located?
Rashidpur village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rashidpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rashidpur is Adhloam.
What is the pincode of Rashidpur?
The pincode of Rashidpur is 847423.
What is the population of Rashidpur?
Rashidpur had a total population of 1,746, including 910 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Rashidpur?
Rashidpur had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rashidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rashidpur was 53.69%. Male literacy was 70.46% and female literacy was 35.34%.