Raajpura - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Raajpura is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raajpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raajpura is 133782. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.76 hectares and falls under the 242307 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Raajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Raajpura village had a total population of 1,559 people, including 866 males and 693 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.10%, with male literacy at 79.89% and female literacy at 53.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281.
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 | 1,559 | 866 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 120 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 151 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 596 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 270 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Raajpura
Raajpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpuri | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Salempur Khurd | North | 1.32 km |
| Usmanpur Tisui | West | 1.58 km |
| Raina | East | 1.59 km |
| Haidarpur | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Mahmmadpur Hara | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Haibatpur | South | 1.92 km |
| Patti Bakhs | North | 1.97 km |
| Sahampur | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Ratanpur | South-West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raajpura
Raajpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Milakpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Raajpura is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Raajpura is about 29 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 Raajpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raajpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raajpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raajpura 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 Raajpura
Where is Raajpura located?
Raajpura village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raajpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raajpura is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Raajpura?
The pincode of Raajpura is 242307.
What is the population of Raajpura?
Raajpura had a total population of 1,559, including 866 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Raajpura?
Raajpura had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raajpura was 68.10%. Male literacy was 79.89% and female literacy was 53.42%.