Rahimpur - Sonamura, Sepahijala
Rahimpur is a village situated in the Sonamura subdivision of Sepahijala district, Tripura. It is located approximately 5 km from Boxanagar and around 37 km from Agartala. Rahimpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahimpur is 272082. The village covers a total geographical area of 655 hectares and falls under the 799102 pincode. Bishalgarh is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Rahimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boxanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rahimpur
As per Census 2011, Rahimpur village has a total population of 3,888 people, consisting of 2,003 males and 1,885 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,812 literate and 1,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,888 | 2,003 | 1,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 335 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,812 | 1,528 | 1,284 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 475 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Rahimpur
Rahimpur 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 Rahimpur
Rahimpur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishalgarh to Rahimpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Rahimpur is about 37 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 Rahimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahimpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rahimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahimpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rahimpur
Where is Rahimpur located?
Rahimpur village is located in Sonamura Subdivision, Sepahijala district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahimpur?
Rahimpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rahimpur?
The pincode of Rahimpur is 799102.
What is the population of Rahimpur?
Rahimpur has a total population of 3,888, including 2,003 males and 1,885 females.
How many households are there in Rahimpur?
There are 698 households in Rahimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rahimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahimpur is 72.33%. Male literacy is 76.29% and female literacy is 68.12%.