Rajgaon

Rajgaon is a village located in Sonua subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sonuan (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Birkel is the gram panchayat of Rajgaon village.

Rajgaon has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rajgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajgaon is 376894. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833102. Sonua is nearest town to Rajgaon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Rajgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rajgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Rajgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,136 568 568
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 168 88 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 28 16 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 299 147 152
Literate Population 713 408 305
Illiterate Population 423 160 263

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rajgaon village:

  • The total population of Rajgaon village is around 1,136, including approximately 568 males and 568 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 168 children aged 0–6 years in Rajgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rajgaon village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 299 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rajgaon village is about 62.76%, with male literacy at 71.83% and female literacy at 53.70%.
  • There are around 253 households in Rajgaon village.

Connectivity of Rajgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Rajgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rajgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Rajgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajgaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rajgaon

Where is Rajgaon located?
Rajgaon village is situated in Sonua Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajgaon is Birkel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rajgaon?
The pincode of Rajgaon is 833102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajgaon is 1,136, with 568 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Rajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rajgaon village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajgaon is 62.76%. The male literacy rate is 71.83%, while the female literacy rate is 53.70%.