Rajo Village - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Rajo is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Rajo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajo is 226797. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 847307 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rajo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajo
As per Census 2011, Rajo village has a total population of 4,686 people, consisting of 2,396 males and 2,290 females. The village has 948 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 940 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,838 literate and 2,848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajo are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,686 | 2,396 | 2,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 940 | 460 | 480 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 210 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,838 | 1,119 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,848 | 1,277 | 1,571 |
Nearby Villages of Rajo
Rajo 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 Rajo
Public transport in the Rajo 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Rajo 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 Rajo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajo 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 Rajo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajo 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 Rajo
Where is Rajo located?
Rajo village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajo?
Rajo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajo?
The pincode of Rajo is 847307.
What is the population of Rajo?
Rajo has a total population of 4,686, including 2,396 males and 2,290 females.
How many households are there in Rajo?
There are 948 households in Rajo.
What is the literacy rate in Rajo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajo is 39.22%. Male literacy is 46.70% and female literacy is 31.40%.