Rajapur
Rajapur is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Rajapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Rajapur has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Rajapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajapur is 567371. The village spans a total geographical area of 1041 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416106. Kurundvad is nearest town to Rajapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Rajapur
Below is a concise population overview of Rajapur 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 | 4,058 | 2,067 | 1,991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 258 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 773 | 402 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 2,864 | 1,598 | 1,266 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,194 | 469 | 725 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rajapur village:
- The total population of Rajapur village is around 4,058, including approximately 2,067 males and 1,991 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 473 children aged 0–6 years in Rajapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rajapur village has 773 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 99 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rajapur village is about 70.58%, with male literacy at 77.31% and female literacy at 63.59%.
- There are around 848 households in Rajapur village.
Connectivity of Rajapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajapur. As per the 2011 stats, Rajapur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rajapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajapur
- Where is Rajapur located?
- Rajapur village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajapur?
- Rajapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rajapur?
- The pincode of Rajapur is 416106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajapur is 4,058, with 2,067 males and 1,991 females.
- How many households are there in Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajapur village has a total of 848 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajapur is 70.58%. The male literacy rate is 77.31%, while the female literacy rate is 63.59%.