Rajpura - Nalagarh, Solan
Rajpura is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Rajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 020912. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Rajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpura
As per Census 2011, Rajpura village has a total population of 1,697 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 611 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 562 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,332 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,697 | 1,086 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 195 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,332 | 929 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 157 | 208 |
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 Solan to Rajpura is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan 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 174101.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura has a total population of 1,697, including 1,086 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
There are 379 households in Rajpura.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura is 78.49%. Male literacy is 85.54% and female literacy is 65.96%.