Rajpurwa - Chandla, Chhatarpur
Rajpurwa is a village situated in the Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandla and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Andhiyaribari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpurwa is 457652. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.63 hectares and falls under the 471515 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rajpurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpurwa
As per Census 2011, Rajpurwa village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 137 males and 117 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 137 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 21 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 101 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 36 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpurwa
Rajpurwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balkaura | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Beehar Purwa | East | 2.69 km |
| Tahanga | South | 2.77 km |
| Muderi Dakshini | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Sirha | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Umarahar | East | 4.25 km |
| Salaiya | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Ludhgayan | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Madhaupur | East | 4.69 km |
| Chhapra | North-East | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpurwa
Rajpurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandla to Rajpurwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Rajpurwa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpurwa 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 Rajpurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpurwa 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 Rajpurwa
Where is Rajpurwa located?
Rajpurwa village is located in Chandla Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpurwa is Andhiyaribari.
What is the pincode of Rajpurwa?
The pincode of Rajpurwa is 471515.
What is the population of Rajpurwa?
Rajpurwa has a total population of 254, including 137 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Rajpurwa?
There are 60 households in Rajpurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpurwa is 64.96%. Male literacy is 73.72% and female literacy is 54.70%.