Rajpur - Narwar, Shivpuri
Rajpur is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 455554. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.94 hectares and falls under the 473865 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Rajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 1,389 people, consisting of 742 males and 647 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,389 | 742 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 121 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 257 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 495 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 247 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitahari | West | 2.34 km |
| Phoolpur Karera | South | 2.82 km |
| Dihayala | East | 3.10 km |
| Khadicha | South | 4.12 km |
| Gokanda | North | 4.40 km |
| Turkini | East | 5.10 km |
| Silra | South-East | 5.43 km |
| Bahagawan | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Fatehpur | South | 5.62 km |
| Ronija | East | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpur
Rajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narwar to Rajpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Rajpur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
Rajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 473865.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 1,389, including 742 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 230 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 53.64%. Male literacy is 66.71% and female literacy is 38.64%.