Rajpura - Mandi, Poonch
Rajpura is a village situated in the Mandi tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Mandi and around 20 km from Punch. Rajpura village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 001164. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 185102 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura village had a total population of 1,679 people, including 863 males and 816 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.82%, with male literacy at 84.26% and female literacy at 54.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 1,679 | 863 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 145 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 605 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 258 | 433 |
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
Public transport in the Rajpura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Punch to Rajpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Mandi Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Rajpura?
Rajpura is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpura?
The pincode of Rajpura is 185102.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura had a total population of 1,679, including 863 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
Rajpura had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura was 69.82%. Male literacy was 84.26% and female literacy was 54.95%.