Rajapur
Rajapur is a village located in Gokak taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gokak (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Rajapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rajapur unique in its vibrant Gokak-Belgaum region. You’ll see Rajapur’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 Rajapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajapur is 597430. The village spans a total geographical area of 1671.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591231. Gokak is nearest town to Rajapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Rajapur
Population of Rajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajapur has a total population of about 8,122, with approximately 4,150 males and 3,972 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,360 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 548 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.27%, with male literacy at about 60.75% and female literacy near 43.40%. There are around 1,415 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rajapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,122 | 4,150 | 3,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,360 | 715 | 645 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 267 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 4,245 | 2,521 | 1,724 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,877 | 1,629 | 2,248 |
Connectivity of Rajapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajapur. As per the 2011 stats, Rajapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rajapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajapur
- Where is Rajapur located?
- Rajapur village is situated in Gokak Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajapur?
- Rajapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rajapur?
- The pincode of Rajapur is 591231, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajapur is 8,122, with 4,150 males and 3,972 females.
- How many households are there in Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajapur village has a total of 1,415 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajapur is 52.27%. The male literacy rate is 60.75%, while the female literacy rate is 43.40%.