Rasulpur - Sonepur, Saran
Rasulpur is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Rasulpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasulpur is 234495. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 841217 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rasulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Rasulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rasulpur village had a total population of 4,999 people, including 2,637 males and 2,362 females, living in 822 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.55%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 53.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
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 | 4,999 | 2,637 | 2,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 900 | 467 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 110 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,564 | 1,540 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,435 | 1,097 | 1,338 |
Nearby Villages of Rasulpur
Rasulpur 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 Rasulpur
Rasulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Rasulpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonepur to Rasulpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Rasulpur is about 38 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 Rasulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rasulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rasulpur
Where is Rasulpur located?
Rasulpur village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rasulpur?
Rasulpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rasulpur?
The pincode of Rasulpur is 841217.
What is the population of Rasulpur?
Rasulpur had a total population of 4,999, including 2,637 males and 2,362 females.
How many households are there in Rasulpur?
Rasulpur had 822 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasulpur was 62.55%. Male literacy was 70.97% and female literacy was 53.08%.