Rajpura - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Rajpura is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Buxwaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 458276. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.42 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura village had a total population of 649 people, including 325 males and 324 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.77%, with male literacy at 52.96% and female literacy at 33.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194.
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 | 649 | 325 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 55 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 91 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 143 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 182 | 242 |
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 Bijawar to Rajpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Rajpura is about 45 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpura is Buxwaha.
What is the pincode of Rajpura?
The pincode of Rajpura is 471405.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura had a total population of 649, including 325 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
Rajpura had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura was 43.77%. Male literacy was 52.96% and female literacy was 33.61%.