Rajpura - Gawan, Giridih
Rajpura is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Sankh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 350220. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.36 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih 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 Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura village had a total population of 446 people, including 214 males and 232 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.89%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 32.79%.
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 | 446 | 214 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 102 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 112 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpura
Rajpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusumai | North | 1.49 km |
| Palma | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Chadgo | South | 2.02 km |
| Dharbe | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Sankh | East | 2.31 km |
| Khudwatari | West | 2.63 km |
| Bendro | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Kumhiatari | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Karmatanr | North | 3.07 km |
| Darho | South-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpura
Rajpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parsabad, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Rajpura is about 75 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpura is Sankh.
What is the pincode of Rajpura?
The pincode of Rajpura is 815313.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura had a total population of 446, including 214 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
Rajpura had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura was 45.89%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 32.79%.