Rajapur - Patrapur, Ganjam
Rajapur is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Jarada and around 68 km from Chatrapur. Tandipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 413141. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 761005 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 53 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 Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajapur village had a total population of 524 people, including 287 males and 237 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.29%, with male literacy at 90.59% and female literacy at 68.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 524 | 287 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 32 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 231 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 56 | 85 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Rajapur is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Rajapur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajapur is Tandipur.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 761005.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur had a total population of 524, including 287 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
Rajapur had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur was 80.29%. Male literacy was 90.59% and female literacy was 68.47%.