Rajpur - Bagicha, Jashpur
Rajpur is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Bhitghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 433720. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 496336 pincode. Bagicha 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 Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur village had a total population of 208 people, including 87 males and 121 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,391 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.83%, with male literacy at 48.48% and female literacy at 36.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
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 | 208 | 87 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 87 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 55 | 89 |
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
Public transport in the Rajpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bagicha to Rajpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Rajpur is about 50 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Bhitghara.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 496336.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur had a total population of 208, including 87 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
Rajpur had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur was 41.83%. Male literacy was 48.48% and female literacy was 36.78%.