Rajpur - Lalpur Thana, Mungeli
Rajpur is a village situated in the Lalpur Thana tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Lormi and around 64 km from Bilaspur. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 437805. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.65 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 955 people, consisting of 488 males and 467 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 407 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 | 488 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 88 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 278 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 268 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 220 | 328 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Mungeli to Rajpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Rajpur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Lalpur Thana Tehsil, Mungeli 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 495334.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 955, including 488 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 226 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 42.62%. Male literacy is 54.92% and female literacy is 29.76%.