Rajpur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Rajpur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 395916. The village covers a total geographical area of 472 hectares and falls under the 754246 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 29 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 Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur village had a total population of 2,593 people, including 1,292 males and 1,301 females, living in 476 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 85.41% and female literacy at 71.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493.
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 | 2,593 | 1,292 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 175 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 236 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,776 | 954 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 338 | 479 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur 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 Rajpur
Rajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Rajpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Rajpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
Rajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 754246.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur had a total population of 2,593, including 1,292 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
Rajpur had 476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur was 78.55%. Male literacy was 85.41% and female literacy was 71.85%.