Rajapur - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Rajapur is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Rajapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 458147. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.93 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajapur
As per Census 2011, Rajapur village has a total population of 1,293 people, consisting of 703 males and 590 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 645 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 703 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 117 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 311 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 429 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 274 | 374 |
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
Rajapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bada Malhera to Rajapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Rajapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, 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 471311.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur has a total population of 1,293, including 703 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
There are 294 households in Rajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur is 49.88%. Male literacy is 61.02% and female literacy is 36.61%.