Rajpura - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Rajpura is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Rajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 477940. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.85 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 6 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 1,601 people, consisting of 802 males and 799 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 513 literate and 1,088 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,601 | 802 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 164 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,444 | 727 | 717 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 290 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,088 | 512 | 576 |
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 facilities are available within >10 km of the Rajpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Rajpura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Rajpura is about 73 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 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West 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 451332.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura has a total population of 1,601, including 802 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
There are 324 households in Rajpura.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura is 32.04%. Male literacy is 36.16% and female literacy is 27.91%.