Rajpalpur Village - Pithora, Mahasamund
Rajpalpur is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Rajpalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpalpur is 446394. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.64 hectares and falls under the 493555 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rajpalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpalpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpalpur village has a total population of 830 people, consisting of 419 males and 411 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpalpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 419 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 67 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 280 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 139 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpalpur
Rajpalpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogidadar | South | 2.72 km |
| Birendabari | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Jhar Muda | South | 3.15 km |
| Limdarha | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Arangi | West | 3.33 km |
| Garhgaon | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Tilaidadar | North | 3.78 km |
| Narsaiya Pallam(narsiya Pallam) | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Jadamuda | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Deotarai | South | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpalpur
Rajpalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| 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 Bagbahara to Rajpalpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Rajpalpur is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpalpur 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 Rajpalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpalpur
Where is Rajpalpur located?
Rajpalpur village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpalpur?
Rajpalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpalpur?
The pincode of Rajpalpur is 493555.
What is the population of Rajpalpur?
Rajpalpur has a total population of 830, including 419 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Rajpalpur?
There are 181 households in Rajpalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpalpur is 58.92%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 50.85%.