Rajpura - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Rajpura is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Diyanatpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 505976. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.68 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura village had a total population of 597 people, including 309 males and 288 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.02%, with male literacy at 70.45% and female literacy at 46.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 355, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 597 | 309 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 178 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 109 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 186 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 123 | 173 |
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
Public transport in the Rajpura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sanawad to Rajpura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Rajpura is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpura is Diyanatpura.
What is the pincode of Rajpura?
The pincode of Rajpura is 450551.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura had a total population of 597, including 309 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
Rajpura had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura was 59.02%. Male literacy was 70.45% and female literacy was 46.75%.