Rasulpur - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Rasulpur is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Sadhwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasulpur is 226847. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 847304 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Rasulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keoti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rasulpur
As per Census 2011, Rasulpur village has a total population of 2,279 people, consisting of 1,192 males and 1,087 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 829 literate and 1,450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,279 | 1,192 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 248 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 208 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 489 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,450 | 703 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Rasulpur
Rasulpur 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 Rasulpur
Public transport in the Rasulpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rasulpur is about 36 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 Rasulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rasulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasulpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rasulpur
Where is Rasulpur located?
Rasulpur village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasulpur is Sadhwara.
What is the pincode of Rasulpur?
The pincode of Rasulpur is 847304.
What is the population of Rasulpur?
Rasulpur has a total population of 2,279, including 1,192 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Rasulpur?
There are 470 households in Rasulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rasulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasulpur is 36.38%. Male literacy is 41.02% and female literacy is 31.28%.