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.
Rastapur has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Rastapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rastapur village:
- The total population of Rastapur village is around 1,887, including approximately 976 males and 911 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 255 children aged 0–6 years in Rastapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rastapur village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 335 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rastapur village is about 63.59%, with male literacy at 71.31% and female literacy at 55.32%.
- There are around 377 households in Rastapur village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.