Rajpur - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Rajpur is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 509877. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.42 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 598 people, consisting of 288 males and 310 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 288 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 232 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 56 | 140 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vijaynagar to Rajpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Rajpur is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, 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 383460.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 598, including 288 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 123 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 67.22%. Male literacy is 80.56% and female literacy is 54.84%.