Rajpur - Dinara, Rohtas
Rajpur is a village situated in the Dinara subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dinara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 250890. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 802218 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 2,583 people, consisting of 1,384 males and 1,199 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,005 literate and 1,578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,583 | 1,384 | 1,199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 289 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 116 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 680 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,578 | 704 | 874 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonbarsa | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Maudehra | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Bardiha | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Jamorhi | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Saidpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Harbanspur | North | 1.50 km |
| Udayabhanpur | East | 1.61 km |
| Biraua Kalan | South | 2.03 km |
| Gobindpur | East | 2.11 km |
| Asia | South-East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpur
Rajpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bairi Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.1 km.
| 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 Sasaram to Rajpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Dinara Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
Rajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 802218.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 2,583, including 1,384 males and 1,199 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 428 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 38.91%. Male literacy is 49.13% and female literacy is 27.11%.