Rajpura
Rajpura is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Rajpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rajpura unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Rajpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rajpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajpura is 027402. The village spans a total geographical area of 279 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145023. Sujanpur is nearest town to Rajpura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Rajpura
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura has a total population of about 1,042, with approximately 530 males and 512 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 486 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.11%, with male literacy at about 76.79% and female literacy near 65.23%. There are around 190 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rajpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,042 | 530 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 246 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 741 | 407 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 123 | 178 |
Connectivity of Rajpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajpura. As per the 2011 stats, Rajpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rajpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajpura
- Where is Rajpura located?
- Rajpura village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajpura?
- Rajpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rajpura?
- The pincode of Rajpura is 145023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rajpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajpura is 1,042, with 530 males and 512 females.
- How many households are there in Rajpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajpura village has a total of 190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajpura is 71.11%. The male literacy rate is 76.79%, while the female literacy rate is 65.23%.