Rajpur
Rajpur is a village located in Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Shihori (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Rajpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rajpur unique in its vibrant Kankrej-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Rajpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rajpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajpur is 508534. The village spans a total geographical area of 445.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385535. Tharad is nearest town to Rajpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Rajpur
Population of Rajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur has a total population of about 1,419, with approximately 753 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.82%, with male literacy at about 59.23% and female literacy near 39.19%. There are around 276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rajpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 753 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 126 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 446 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 307 | 405 |
Connectivity of Rajpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajpur. As per the 2011 stats, Rajpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajpur
- Where is Rajpur located?
- Rajpur village is situated in Kankrej Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
- Rajpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rajpur?
- The pincode of Rajpur is 385535, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajpur is 1,419, with 753 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Rajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajpur village has a total of 276 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajpur is 49.82%. The male literacy rate is 59.23%, while the female literacy rate is 39.19%.