Rajpur - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Rajpur is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Dabugan and around 70 km from Nabarangapur . Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 427570. The village covers a total geographical area of 813 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 1,604 people, consisting of 804 males and 800 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 1,247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 971 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,604 | 804 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 167 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 971 | 490 | 481 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 233 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 571 | 676 |
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 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 Nabarangapur to Rajpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Rajpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur 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 764072.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 1,604, including 804 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 339 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 22.26%. Male literacy is 28.98% and female literacy is 15.50%.