Rajpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Rajpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 197801. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.86 hectares and falls under the 221718 pincode.
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 Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur village had a total population of 1,211 people, including 630 males and 581 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.03%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 67.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 1,211 | 630 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 456 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 174 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Paliya | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Adlispur | South | 1.13 km |
| Noorpur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Bigah Jamin Bigha | West | 1.41 km |
| Bidhara | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Dariapur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Tirnie Khijirpur | East | 1.90 km |
| Samsuddinpur | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Salempur T. Farsatar | North | 1.99 km |
| Khandwa Rajpur | South | 2.14 km |
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 Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Rajpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 221718.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur had a total population of 1,211, including 630 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
Rajpur had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur was 77.03%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 67.80%.