Rajpur - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Rajpur is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Purusottampur and around 50 km from Chatrapur. Bhutasarasingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 412171. The village covers a total geographical area of 570 hectares and falls under the 761041 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 1,806 people, consisting of 912 males and 894 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,002 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,806 | 912 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 144 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,002 | 499 | 503 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 547 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 365 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasiamaripalli | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Badakarida | West | 1.56 km |
| Banae | West | 2.53 km |
| Chhatamundali | South | 3.09 km |
| Baksipalli | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Kharidaber Jaganathpur | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Santararatnapalli | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Kolasingi | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Nutanaramasabagada | North | 3.87 km |
| Kaithada | East | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpur
Public transport in the Rajpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narasimhapura, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purusottampur to Rajpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Rajpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rajpur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Bhutasarasingi.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 761041.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 1,806, including 912 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 419 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 52.55%. Male literacy is 59.98% and female literacy is 44.97%.