Rajpura - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Rajpura is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Rajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 030191. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.17 hectares and falls under the 144416 pincode. Goraya is the nearest town.
Rajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura village had a total population of 592 people, including 295 males and 297 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.15%, with male literacy at 83.52% and female literacy at 78.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 592 | 295 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 95 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 223 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 72 | 81 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jalandhar to Rajpura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | 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 Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar 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 144416.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura had a total population of 592, including 295 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
Rajpura had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura was 81.15%. Male literacy was 83.52% and female literacy was 78.83%.