Rajpur - Khambhat, Anand
Rajpur is a village situated in the Khambhat taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambhat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Ralaj-rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 517057. The village covers a total geographical area of 2444.88 hectares and falls under the 388640 pincode. Khambhat is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Khambhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 270 males and 249 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 270 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 227 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 43 | 82 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhat to Rajpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Rajpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Khambhat Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Ralaj-rajpura.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 388640.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 519, including 270 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 102 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 75.92%. Male literacy is 84.07% and female literacy is 67.07%.