Rajpur - Nagri, Dhamtari
Rajpur is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 447225. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.66 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri 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 Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 1,657 people, consisting of 825 males and 832 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,657 | 825 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 113 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,237 | 606 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 604 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 221 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur 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 Rajpur
Rajpur 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Rajpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Rajpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, 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 493778.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 1,657, including 825 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 332 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 63.73%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 54.33%.