Rajpur - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Rajpur is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Manka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 456242. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.08 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 597 people, consisting of 328 males and 269 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 597 | 328 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 56 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 215 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 113 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur 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 Rajpur
Rajpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Rajpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Rajpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Manka.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 473995.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 597, including 328 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 130 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 52.76%. Male literacy is 65.55% and female literacy is 37.17%.