Rajpal - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Rajpal is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Podagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpal is 388539. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Rajpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpal
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpal village had a total population of 162 people, including 82 males and 80 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.53%, with male literacy at 39.29% and female literacy at 9.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 22 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 60 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpal
Rajpal 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 Rajpal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rajpal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Karanjia to Rajpal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Rajpal is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpal 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 Rajpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpal 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 Rajpal
Where is Rajpal located?
Rajpal village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpal is Podagarh.
What is the pincode of Rajpal?
The pincode of Rajpal is 757034.
What is the population of Rajpal?
Rajpal had a total population of 162, including 82 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Rajpal?
Rajpal had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpal was 23.53%. Male literacy was 39.29% and female literacy was 9.52%.