Rajpur - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Rajpur is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Rajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpur is 186534. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.58 hectares and falls under the 273411 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Rajpur
As per Census 2011, Rajpur village has a total population of 1,159 people, consisting of 599 males and 560 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 719 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,057 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,159 | 599 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 74 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,057 | 546 | 511 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 447 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 152 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Rajpur 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 Rajpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Rajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Rajpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Rajpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajpur
Where is Rajpur located?
Rajpur village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur 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 273411.
What is the population of Rajpur?
Rajpur has a total population of 1,159, including 599 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur?
There are 159 households in Rajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpur is 62.04%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 48.57%.