Rajpur Patch - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Rajpur Patch is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Rajpur Patch village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur Patch is 539826. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.16 hectares and falls under the 442705 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Rajpur Patch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpur Patch
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur Patch village had a total population of 1,419 people, including 725 males and 694 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.53%, with male literacy at 71.96% and female literacy at 56.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 395.
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 | 1,419 | 725 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 207 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 462 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 263 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur Patch
Rajpur Patch 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 Patch
Rajpur Patch is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ballarpur to Rajpur Patch is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Rajpur Patch is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpur Patch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur Patch village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajpur Patch
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 Patch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Rajpur Patch
Where is Rajpur Patch located?
Rajpur Patch village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rajpur Patch?
Rajpur Patch is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpur Patch?
The pincode of Rajpur Patch is 442705.
What is the population of Rajpur Patch?
Rajpur Patch had a total population of 1,419, including 725 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur Patch?
Rajpur Patch had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur Patch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur Patch was 64.53%. Male literacy was 71.96% and female literacy was 56.89%.