Rastapur
Rastapur is a village located in Rahta tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Rahta (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Puntamba is the gram panchayat of Rastapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Rastapur unique in its vibrant Rahta-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Rastapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rastapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rastapur is 557594. The village spans a total geographical area of 1915 hectares. Kopargaon is nearest town to Rastapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rastapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rastapur
Population of Rastapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rastapur has a total population of about 1,887, with approximately 976 males and 911 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 335. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.59%, with male literacy at about 71.31% and female literacy near 55.32%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rastapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,887 | 976 | 911 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 127 | 128 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 167 | 168 |
Literate Population | 1,200 | 696 | 504 |
Illiterate Population | 687 | 280 | 407 |
Connectivity of Rastapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rastapur. As per the 2011 stats, Rastapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rastapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Rastapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rastapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rastapur
- Where is Rastapur located?
- Rastapur village is situated in Rahta Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rastapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rastapur is Puntamba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Rastapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rastapur is 1,887, with 976 males and 911 females.
- How many households are there in Rastapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rastapur village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rastapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rastapur is 63.59%. The male literacy rate is 71.31%, while the female literacy rate is 55.32%.