Rajpura
Rajpura is a village located in Nirsa Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chirkunda (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Rajpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Rajpura unique in its vibrant Nirsa Chirkunda-Dhanbad region. You’ll see Rajpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rajpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajpura is 361994. The village spans a total geographical area of 173 hectares. Chirkunda is nearest town to Rajpura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Rajpura
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura has a total population of about 1,445, with approximately 738 males and 707 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 518 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 400. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.37%, with male literacy at about 68.43% and female literacy near 45.83%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rajpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,445 | 738 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 270 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 197 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 505 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 233 | 383 |
Connectivity of Rajpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajpura. As per the 2011 stats, Rajpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rajpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajpura
- Where is Rajpura located?
- Rajpura village is situated in Nirsa Chirkunda Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rajpura is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Rajpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajpura is 1,445, with 738 males and 707 females.
- How many households are there in Rajpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajpura village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajpura is 57.37%. The male literacy rate is 68.43%, while the female literacy rate is 45.83%.