Rajpura - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Rajpura is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Rajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 506143. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.5 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpura
As per Census 2011, Rajpura village has a total population of 750 people, consisting of 371 males and 379 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 750 | 371 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 156 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 187 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 184 | 227 |
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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandhana to Rajpura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Rajpura is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) 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 450001.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura has a total population of 750, including 371 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
There are 135 households in Rajpura.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura is 45.20%. Male literacy is 50.40% and female literacy is 40.11%.