Rajpur Balai - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Rajpur Balai is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Rajpur Balai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur Balai is 125983. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.55 hectares and falls under the 283204 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rajpur Balai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur Balai
As per Census 2011, Rajpur Balai village has a total population of 2,672 people, consisting of 1,432 males and 1,240 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,592 literate and 1,080 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,787 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur Balai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,672 | 1,432 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 199 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,787 | 968 | 819 |
| Literate Population | 1,592 | 992 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,080 | 440 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur Balai
Rajpur Balai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranua Khera | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Kishanpur Armarajat | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Jijauli | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Baramai | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Saramai | South | 1.66 km |
| Aslempur Biran | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Kirthara Mohammedpur | East | 1.71 km |
| Mohammdpur Nawada | North | 1.94 km |
| Makhanpur (ct) | North | 2.30 km |
| Ramnager Rajpur Balai | East | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpur Balai
Rajpur Balai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Makkhanpur, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Firozabad to Rajpur Balai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Rajpur Balai is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpur Balai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpur Balai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rajpur Balai
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 Balai 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 Balai
Where is Rajpur Balai located?
Rajpur Balai village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur Balai?
Rajpur Balai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajpur Balai?
The pincode of Rajpur Balai is 283204.
What is the population of Rajpur Balai?
Rajpur Balai has a total population of 2,672, including 1,432 males and 1,240 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur Balai?
There are 462 households in Rajpur Balai.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur Balai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur Balai is 59.58%. Male literacy is 69.27% and female literacy is 48.39%.