Rupauli - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Rupauli is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Sauli Rupauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rupauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupauli is 219424. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Rupauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rupauli
As per Census 2011, Rupauli village has a total population of 2,750 people, consisting of 1,428 males and 1,322 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 540 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,410 literate and 1,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,750 | 1,428 | 1,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 271 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 326 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,410 | 852 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,340 | 576 | 764 |
Nearby Villages of Rupauli
Rupauli 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 Rupauli
Rupauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belsand to Rupauli is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Rupauli is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rupauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rupauli
Where is Rupauli located?
Rupauli village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Rupauli is Sauli Rupauli.
What is the pincode of Rupauli?
The pincode of Rupauli is 843316.
What is the population of Rupauli?
Rupauli has a total population of 2,750, including 1,428 males and 1,322 females.
How many households are there in Rupauli?
There are 619 households in Rupauli.
What is the literacy rate in Rupauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupauli is 51.27%. Male literacy is 59.66% and female literacy is 42.21%.