Rajpur - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Rajpur is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from Dasua and around 36 km from Hoshiarpur. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 030847. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
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 Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur village had a total population of 609 people, including 310 males and 299 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.30%, with male literacy at 94.27% and female literacy at 88.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 609 | 310 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 263 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 47 | 48 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Rajpur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 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 Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, 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 144207.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur had a total population of 609, including 310 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
Rajpur had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur was 91.30%. Male literacy was 94.27% and female literacy was 88.38%.