Rajpara - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Rajpara is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Dwarka and around 170 km from Jamnagar. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpara is 513452. The village covers a total geographical area of 1193.71 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Mithapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rajpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpara
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpara village had a total population of 1,223 people, including 619 males and 604 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.55%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 45.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 1,223 | 619 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 343 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 276 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpara
Rajpara 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 Rajpara
Rajpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Rajpara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mithapur to Rajpara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Rajpara is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rajpara
Where is Rajpara located?
Rajpara village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpara is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Rajpara?
The pincode of Rajpara is 361335.
What is the population of Rajpara?
Rajpara had a total population of 1,223, including 619 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Rajpara?
Rajpara had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpara was 57.55%. Male literacy was 69.43% and female literacy was 45.30%.