Rajpur - Amas, Gaya
Rajpur is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Kalwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 255751. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur village had a total population of 521 people, including 275 males and 246 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.97%, with male literacy at 76.75% and female literacy at 49.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 521 | 275 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 175 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 100 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur 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
Rajpur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Rajpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Rajpur is about 33 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rajpur
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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Kalwan.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 824219.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur had a total population of 521, including 275 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
Rajpur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur was 63.97%. Male literacy was 76.75% and female literacy was 49.76%.