Rajpura - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Rajpura is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Rajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 019838. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Rajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura village had a total population of 751 people, including 380 males and 371 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.75%, with male literacy at 84.34% and female literacy at 69.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212.
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 | 751 | 380 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 280 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 100 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpura
Rajpura 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 Rajpura
Rajpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Rajpura is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpura 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpura?
Rajpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpura?
The pincode of Rajpura is 174001.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura had a total population of 751, including 380 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
Rajpura had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura was 76.75%. Male literacy was 84.34% and female literacy was 69.02%.