Rajpur - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Rajpur is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from Kalyanpur and around 39 km from Motihari. South Gawandara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 218326. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.7 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kesaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 8,708 people, consisting of 4,485 males and 4,223 females. The village has 1,845 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,589 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,139 literate and 4,569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,511 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,708 | 4,485 | 4,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,589 | 824 | 765 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,511 | 781 | 730 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 4,139 | 2,456 | 1,683 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,569 | 2,029 | 2,540 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Math Gobardhan | East | 2.01 km |
| Khokhra | North | 2.12 km |
| Khatolwa Gawandri | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Khatolwa | North | 2.21 km |
| Bahuara Harbans | East | 2.25 km |
| Gawandri | West | 2.44 km |
| Siswa Narsinh | East | 2.63 km |
| Hira Chhapra | North | 3.17 km |
| Hajipur | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Sambhu Chak | North-East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpur
Rajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakia to Rajpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Rajpur is about 39 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 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 Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is South Gawandara.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 845413.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 8,708, including 4,485 males and 4,223 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 1,845 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 47.53%. Male literacy is 54.76% and female literacy is 39.85%.