Rojafategarh - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Rojafategarh is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Jhalara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rojafategarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rojafategarh is 469741. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.65 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rojafategarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rojafategarh
As per Census 2011, Rojafategarh village has a total population of 621 people, consisting of 328 males and 293 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rojafategarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 328 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 182 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 146 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Rojafategarh
Rojafategarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultaniya | North | 1.90 km |
| Halukhedi | East | 2.24 km |
| Khajurimanda | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Betikhedi | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Kelukhedi | South | 2.82 km |
| Khajuri Chandrawat | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Jhalara | North | 3.68 km |
| Deori | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Rupni | East | 3.74 km |
| Kachnara | West | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rojafategarh
Rojafategarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandasor, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sitamau to Rojafategarh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Rojafategarh is about 30 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 Rojafategarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rojafategarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rojafategarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rojafategarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rojafategarh
Where is Rojafategarh located?
Rojafategarh village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rojafategarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Rojafategarh is Jhalara.
What is the pincode of Rojafategarh?
The pincode of Rojafategarh is 458558.
What is the population of Rojafategarh?
Rojafategarh has a total population of 621, including 328 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Rojafategarh?
There are 128 households in Rojafategarh.
What is the literacy rate in Rojafategarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rojafategarh is 43.48%. Male literacy is 55.49% and female literacy is 30.03%.