Rajepur - Suppi, Sitamarhi
Rajepur is a village situated in the Suppi subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suppi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Babhangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajepur is 219001. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 843315 pincode. Bairgania is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rajepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajepur
As per Census 2011, Rajepur village has a total population of 1,656 people, consisting of 898 males and 758 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 932 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,656 | 898 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 131 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 932 | 549 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 349 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Rajepur
Rajepur 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 Rajepur
Rajepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Rajepur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bairgania to Rajepur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Rajepur is about 30 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 Rajepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajepur 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 Rajepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajepur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajepur
Where is Rajepur located?
Rajepur village is located in Suppi Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajepur is Babhangama.
What is the pincode of Rajepur?
The pincode of Rajepur is 843315.
What is the population of Rajepur?
Rajepur has a total population of 1,656, including 898 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Rajepur?
There are 423 households in Rajepur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajepur is 56.28%. Male literacy is 61.14% and female literacy is 50.53%.