Rajpura - Abohar, Fazilka
Rajpura is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Abohar and around 97 km from Firozpur. Rajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 035188. The village covers a total geographical area of 1528 hectares and falls under the 152118 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Rajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura village had a total population of 3,603 people, including 1,899 males and 1,704 females, living in 684 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.66%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 52.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,205.
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 | 3,603 | 1,899 | 1,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 240 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,205 | 658 | 547 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,815 | 1,027 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,788 | 872 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpura
Rajpura 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 Rajpura
Rajpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Firozpur to Rajpura is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpura?
Rajpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpura?
The pincode of Rajpura is 152118.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura had a total population of 3,603, including 1,899 males and 1,704 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
Rajpura had 684 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura was 57.66%. Male literacy was 61.90% and female literacy was 52.92%.