Rajapur - Katiya, Gopalganj
Rajapur is a village situated in the Katiya subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katiya and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Karkataha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 229771. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 841441 pincode. Katiya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajapur
As per Census 2011, Rajapur village has a total population of 1,434 people, consisting of 634 males and 800 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,261 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,434 | 634 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 96 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 89 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 419 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 215 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Rajapur
Rajapur 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 Rajapur
Rajapur 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 Katiya to Rajapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Rajapur is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Katiya Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajapur is Karkataha.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 841441.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur has a total population of 1,434, including 634 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
There are 208 households in Rajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur is 55.23%. Male literacy is 66.09% and female literacy is 46.63%.