Rajur - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Rajur is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Rajur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajur is 543891. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.12 hectares and falls under the 445324 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rajur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajur village had a total population of 488 people, including 239 males and 249 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.46%, with male literacy at 86.34% and female literacy at 68.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 488 | 239 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 177 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 62 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Rajur
Rajur 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 Rajur
Public transport in the Rajur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Wani to Rajur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Rajur is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajur
Where is Rajur located?
Rajur village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rajur?
Rajur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajur?
The pincode of Rajur is 445324.
What is the population of Rajur?
Rajur had a total population of 488, including 239 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Rajur?
Rajur had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajur was 77.46%. Male literacy was 86.34% and female literacy was 68.87%.