Rajpur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Rajpur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 174901. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.05 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Colonelganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
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 Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 1,433 people, consisting of 758 males and 675 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 767 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,433 | 758 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 130 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 156 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 472 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 286 | 380 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sumerpur | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Kapoorpur | East | 1.28 km |
| Bataura Bakhtawar Singh | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Chauri | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Haldhar Mau | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Bataura Lohangi | South | 1.95 km |
| Katela Talab | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Sikari | West | 2.31 km |
| Kauraha Jagdishpur | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Mangurahi | North-East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajpur
Rajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maijapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colonelganj to Rajpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Rajpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda 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 271502.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 1,433, including 758 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 272 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 53.52%. Male literacy is 62.27% and female literacy is 43.70%.