Rajapur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Rajapur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Asharafpur Usarahata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 200256. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.72 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajapur village had a total population of 379 people, including 185 males and 194 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.55%, with male literacy at 66.89% and female literacy at 53.01%.
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 | 379 | 185 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 99 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 86 | 106 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rajapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shahganj to Rajapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Rajapur is about 32 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 | No | Available within 1-2 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 Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajapur is Asharafpur Usarahata.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 223101.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur had a total population of 379, including 185 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
Rajapur had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur was 59.55%. Male literacy was 66.89% and female literacy was 53.01%.