Rajgir
Rajgir is a Town and Subdivision in Nalanda District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Rajgir Block (CD) is 01394. The total area of Rajgir Subdivision is 195 km², which includes 145.29 km² of rural area and 50.18 km² of urban area. Rajgir has a sex ratio of approximately 912 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Rajgir Subdivision
Rajgir Subdivision has a total of 50 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Rajgir Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andwas | Lodipur | Rajgir (15 km) |
| 2 | Bahera | Barnousa | Rajgir (18 km) |
| 3 | Banauli | Barnousa | Rajgir (18 km) |
| 4 | Barhari | Pathroura | Rajgir (6 km) |
| 5 | Barhauna | Meyar | Rajgir (9 km) |
| 6 | Barnausa | Barnousa | Rajgir (18 km) |
| 7 | Basuain | Pathroura | Rajgir (8 km) |
| 8 | Belouwa | Nahub | Rajgir (5 km) |
| 9 | Bhui | Bhui | Rajgir (14 km) |
| 10 | Birchait | Nai Pokhar | Rajgir (6 km) |
| 11 | Chak Bhui | Bhui | Rajgir |
| 12 | Chandaura | Pathroura | Rajgir (7 km) |
| 13 | Chhabilapur | Gorour | Rajgir (10 km) |
| 14 | Dariapur | Nai Pokhar | Rajgir (4 km) |
| 15 | Dogi | Lodipur | Rajgir (14 km) |
| 16 | Gobdiha | Barnousa | Rajgir (16 km) |
| 17 | Goraur | Gorour | Rajgir (8 km) |
| 18 | Hansrajpur | Nai Pokhar | Rajgir (10 km) |
| 19 | Hasanpur | Nahub | Rajgir (4 km) |
| 20 | Jhalar | Nahub | Rajgir (8 km) |
| 21 | Karimpur | Gorour | Rajgir (16 km) |
| 22 | Katalpura | Lodipur | Rajgir (16 km) |
| 23 | Katari | Gorour | Rajgir (7 km) |
| 24 | Katha | Pathroura | Rajgir (10 km) |
| 25 | Khaira Chaman | Gorour | Rajgir (12 km) |
| 26 | Khaira Salaru | Bhui | Rajgir (18 km) |
| 27 | Kharjama | Gorour | Rajgir (16 km) |
| 28 | Lahuar | Nai Pokhar | Rajgir (6 km) |
| 29 | Lodipur | Lodipur | Rajgir (15 km) |
| 30 | Mahuwalla | Pilkhi | Rajgir (5 km) |
| 31 | Majaitha | Pathroura | Rajgir (10 km) |
| 32 | Malisanr | Lodipur | Rajgir (17 km) |
| 33 | Mian Bigha | Barnousa | Rajgir (16 km) |
| 34 | Miar | Meyar | Rajgir (7 km) |
| 35 | Milki | Bhui | Rajgir (14 km) |
| 36 | Molnadih | Barnousa | Rajgir (16 km) |
| 37 | Mora | Meyar | Rajgir (6 km) |
| 38 | Nahub | Nahub | Rajgir (3 km) |
| 39 | Nekpur | Pilkhi | Rajgir (10 km) |
| 40 | Niman | Meyar | Rajgir (5 km) |
| 41 | Nonhi | Pathroura | Rajgir (3 km) |
| 42 | Pathraura Duhai Suhai | Pathroura | Rajgir (5 km) |
| 43 | Pilkhi | Pilkhi | Rajgir (3 km) |
| 44 | Rasalpur | Nai Pokhar | Rajgir (4 km) |
| 45 | Ratana | Gorour | Rajgir (12 km) |
| 46 | Saurei | Nai Pokhar | Rajgir (5 km) |
| 47 | Siwan | Nahub | Rajgir (6 km) |
| 48 | Tetaria | Barnousa | Rajgir (19 km) |
| 49 | Thera | Meyar | Rajgir (6 km) |
| 50 | Ujarpur | Nai Pokhar | Rajgir (10 km) |
Population of Rajgir Subdivision
The population profile of Rajgir Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Rajgir Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,30,183 | 88,596 | 41,587 |
| Male Population | 68,053 | 46,184 | 21,869 |
| Female Population | 62,130 | 42,412 | 19,718 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22,857 | 15,935 | 6,922 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11,858 | 8,300 | 3,558 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,999 | 7,635 | 3,364 |
| Literate Population | 68,271 | 44,150 | 24,121 |
| Literate Male Population | 41,002 | 26,706 | 14,296 |
| Literate Female Population | 27,269 | 17,444 | 9,825 |
| Illiterate Population | 61,912 | 44,446 | 17,466 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 27,051 | 19,478 | 7,573 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 34,861 | 24,968 | 9,893 |
| Total Households | 21,709 | 14,679 | 7,030 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Rajgir Subdivision is around 1,30,183 people. This includes 68,053 males and 62,130 females. Rural population is about 88,596 (46,184 males and 42,412 females), while urban population is nearly 41,587 (21,869 males and 19,718 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 22,857 of the population, with 11,858 boys and 10,999 girls. Rural areas have 15,935 children, and urban areas have about 6,922 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 68,271 literate people in Rajgir Subdivision, including 41,002 literate males and 27,269 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 44,150 individuals and urban literacy covers around 24,121 people.
- About 61,912 people in Rajgir Subdivision are not literate, including 27,051 males and 34,861 females. Rural areas include 44,446 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 17,466 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 21,709 households, with 14,679 in villages and 7,030 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Rajgir Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 35,230 | 23,506 | 11,724 |
| SC Male Population | 18,209 | 12,207 | 6,002 |
| SC Female Population | 17,021 | 11,299 | 5,722 |
| Total ST Population | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| ST Male Population | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| ST Female Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Population Density | 666 / km² | 610 / km² | 829 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Rajgir Subdivision is approximately 35,230 people, including 18,209 males and 17,021 females. Around 23,506 people live in rural parts. Nearly 11,724 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Rajgir Subdivision is about 78 people, including 44 males and 34 females. Around 36 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 42 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 666 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 610 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 829 people per sq. km.