Rajpura - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Rajpura is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Rajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 458137. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.79 hectares and falls under the 471408 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpura
As per Census 2011, Rajpura village has a total population of 1,002 people, consisting of 524 males and 478 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,002 | 524 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 93 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 155 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 304 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 220 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpura
Rajpura 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 Rajpura
Rajpura 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 | 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 Bada Malhera to Rajpura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Rajpura is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpura 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 Rajpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpura?
Rajpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpura?
The pincode of Rajpura is 471408.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura has a total population of 1,002, including 524 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
There are 223 households in Rajpura.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura is 50.60%. Male literacy is 58.02% and female literacy is 42.47%.