Rajpara - Chotila, Surendranagar
Rajpara is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Rajpara (chobari) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpara is 512377. The village covers a total geographical area of 2900.47 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpara
As per Census 2011, Rajpara village has a total population of 3,666 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,729 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 552 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,713 literate and 1,953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,666 | 1,937 | 1,729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 299 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 134 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,713 | 1,063 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,953 | 874 | 1,079 |
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 van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chotila to Rajpara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Rajpara is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpara
Where is Rajpara located?
Rajpara village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpara is Rajpara (chobari).
What is the pincode of Rajpara?
The pincode of Rajpara is 363520.
What is the population of Rajpara?
Rajpara has a total population of 3,666, including 1,937 males and 1,729 females.
How many households are there in Rajpara?
There are 604 households in Rajpara.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpara is 46.73%. Male literacy is 54.88% and female literacy is 37.59%.