Rajapur - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Rajapur is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dehen serves as the Village Panchayat for Rajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 564822. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.15 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajapur village had a total population of 199 people, including 83 males and 116 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,398 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.81%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 59.09%.
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 | 199 | 83 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 17 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Rajapur
Rajapur 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 Rajapur
Rajapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dapoli Camp to Rajapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Rajapur is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajapur 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 Rajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rajapur?
The Village Panchayat of Rajapur is Dehen.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 415712.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur had a total population of 199, including 83 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
Rajapur had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur was 70.81%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 59.09%.