Rupau - Rahatgarh, Sagar
Rupau is a village situated in the Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahatgarh and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Barodiya Ballabh (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rupau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupau is 460557. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 470115 pincode. Sagar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Rupau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rupau
According to the 2011 Census, Rupau village had a total population of 323 people, including 174 males and 149 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.90%, with male literacy at 78.77% and female literacy at 61.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 323 | 174 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 115 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 59 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Rupau
Rupau 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 Rupau
Rupau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rupau.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sagar to Rupau is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rupau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupau 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rupau
Where is Rupau located?
Rupau village is located in Rahatgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupau?
The Gram Panchayat of Rupau is Barodiya Ballabh (p).
What is the pincode of Rupau?
The pincode of Rupau is 470115.
What is the population of Rupau?
Rupau had a total population of 323, including 174 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Rupau?
Rupau had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rupau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupau was 70.90%. Male literacy was 78.77% and female literacy was 61.48%.