Rajgaon - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Rajgaon is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Birkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajgaon is 376986. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.32 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Rajgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Rajgaon village had a total population of 295 people, including 163 males and 132 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.42%, with male literacy at 64.06% and female literacy at 34.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 295 | 163 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 131 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 82 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 81 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Rajgaon
Rajgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kichinda | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Kamargaon | North | 1.18 km |
| Gudri | East | 1.21 km |
| Tuingbanda | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Tumrung | North | 2.73 km |
| Giru | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Kanskel | South | 3.21 km |
| Roro | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Daimar | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Temna | North | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajgaon
Public transport in the Rajgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Rajgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rajgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajgaon 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 Rajgaon
Where is Rajgaon located?
Rajgaon village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajgaon is Birkel.
What is the pincode of Rajgaon?
The pincode of Rajgaon is 833201.
What is the population of Rajgaon?
Rajgaon had a total population of 295, including 163 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Rajgaon?
Rajgaon had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajgaon was 50.42%. Male literacy was 64.06% and female literacy was 34.82%.