Rajpur - Dudhan Sadhan, Patiala
Rajpur is a village situated in the Dudhan Sadhan tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 31 km from Patiala and around 31 km from Patiala. Raj Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 036714. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 147202 pincode. Sanaur 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 Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur village had a total population of 513 people, including 289 males and 224 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 775 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.19%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 56.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 513 | 289 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 186 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 103 | 111 |
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.
| 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 Patiala to Rajpur is about 31 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 5-10 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 Dudhan Sadhan Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Raj Garh.
What is the pincode of Rajpur?
The pincode of Rajpur is 147202.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur had a total population of 513, including 289 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
Rajpur had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur was 67.19%. Male literacy was 75.61% and female literacy was 56.78%.