Rajapur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Rajapur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Raajapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 203632. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.82 hectares and falls under the 275203 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajapur village had a total population of 1,872 people, including 898 males and 974 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.14%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 57.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 1,872 | 898 | 974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 172 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 124 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 564 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 334 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Rajapur
Rajapur 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 Rajapur
Rajapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rajapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghazipur to Rajapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Rajapur is about 4 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 Rajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajapur is Raajapur.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 275203.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur had a total population of 1,872, including 898 males and 974 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
Rajapur had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur was 67.14%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 57.93%.