Rajapur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Rajapur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Rajapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 175117. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.33 hectares and falls under the 271504 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajapur
As per Census 2011, Rajapur village has a total population of 4,185 people, consisting of 2,297 males and 1,888 females. The village has 632 households and a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,243 literate and 1,942 illiterate residents. Additionally, 751 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,185 | 2,297 | 1,888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 321 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 411 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,243 | 1,355 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,942 | 942 | 1,000 |
Nearby Villages of Rajapur
Rajapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhauri Ganj | North | 1.48 km |
| Pure Lali | East | 1.52 km |
| Durauni | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Charsadi | West | 2.39 km |
| Narayanpur Sal | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Madhaipur Kurmi | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Narayanpur Jaisingh | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Akohari | North | 3.46 km |
| Hardiha Sapaur | East | 3.61 km |
| Narayanpur Lalak | North-West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajapur
Rajapur 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 Sarju, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Rajapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Rajapur is about 28 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajapur?
Rajapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 271504.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur has a total population of 4,185, including 2,297 males and 1,888 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
There are 632 households in Rajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur is 53.60%. Male literacy is 58.99% and female literacy is 47.03%.