Rajpur - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Rajpur is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Majharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 216424. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.08 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 14 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 454 people, including 229 males and 225 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.41%, with male literacy at 66.30% and female literacy at 37.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 454 | 229 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 80 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 120 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 109 | 160 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Rajpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Rajpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Rajpur is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Majharia.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 845455.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur had a total population of 454, including 229 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
Rajpur had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur was 52.41%. Male literacy was 66.30% and female literacy was 37.79%.