Rjapur - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Rjapur is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 37 km from Dera Bassi and around 57 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Rajapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rjapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rjapur is 039270. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Ambala is the nearest town.
Rjapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rjapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rjapur village had a total population of 1,091 people, including 567 males and 524 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.02%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 78.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 257.
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 | 1,091 | 567 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 134 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 445 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 122 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Rjapur
Rjapur 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 Rjapur
Public transport in the Rjapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rjapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Rjapur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rjapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rjapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rjapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rjapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rjapur
Where is Rjapur located?
Rjapur village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rjapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rjapur is Rajapur.
What is the pincode of Rjapur?
The pincode of Rjapur is 140501.
What is the population of Rjapur?
Rjapur had a total population of 1,091, including 567 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Rjapur?
Rjapur had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rjapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rjapur was 84.02%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 78.15%.