Rapatpur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Rapatpur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Rapatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rapatpur is 187390. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.94 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode.
Rapatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rapatpur
As per Census 2011, Rapatpur village has a total population of 3,604 people, consisting of 1,840 males and 1,764 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 650 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,627 literate and 1,977 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rapatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,604 | 1,840 | 1,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 650 | 346 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 197 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 1,024 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,977 | 816 | 1,161 |
Nearby Villages of Rapatpur
Rapatpur 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 Rapatpur
Rapatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Rapatpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rapatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rapatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rapatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rapatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rapatpur
Where is Rapatpur located?
Rapatpur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rapatpur?
Rapatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rapatpur?
The pincode of Rapatpur is 273406.
What is the population of Rapatpur?
Rapatpur has a total population of 3,604, including 1,840 males and 1,764 females.
How many households are there in Rapatpur?
There are 506 households in Rapatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rapatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rapatpur is 45.14%. Male literacy is 55.65% and female literacy is 34.18%.