Rajapur - Kalagi, Kalaburagi
Rajapur is a village situated in the Kalagi taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 42 km from Chitapur and around 42 km from Gulbarga. Rajapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 620607. The village covers a total geographical area of 1813.37 hectares and falls under the 585312 pincode. Gulbarga is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chincholi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajapur
As per Census 2011, Rajapur village has a total population of 2,020 people, consisting of 994 males and 1,026 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 1,190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,020 | 994 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 145 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 111 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 485 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,190 | 509 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Rajapur
Rajapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rajapur
Public transport in the Rajapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gulbarga to Rajapur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Kalagi Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajapur?
Rajapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 585312.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur has a total population of 2,020, including 994 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
There are 400 households in Rajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur is 41.09%. Male literacy is 48.79% and female literacy is 33.63%.