Rashulpur - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Rashulpur is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Varanasi and around 4 km from Varanasi.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rashulpur is 209566. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.33 hectares and falls under the 221007 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Rashulpur is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rashulpur
As per Census 2011, Rashulpur village has a total population of 1,603 people, consisting of 826 males and 777 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,081 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rashulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,603 | 826 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 638 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 188 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Rashulpur
Rashulpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chack Nahar | North-East | 0.70 km |
| Lokapur | North-West | 0.72 km |
| Naiyanpur | South | 0.75 km |
| Rai Chackrapan Pur | North | 0.95 km |
| Narsinghpur | West | 1.23 km |
| Faizpur | West | 1.26 km |
| Mahamudpur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Kalijpur | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Tari | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Khudawal | South | 1.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rashulpur
The nearest railway station is Sarai Rani, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Rashulpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Varanasi to Rashulpur is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Rashulpur
Where is Rashulpur located?
Rashulpur village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Rashulpur?
The pincode of Rashulpur is 221007.
What is the population of Rashulpur?
Rashulpur has a total population of 1,603, including 826 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Rashulpur?
There are 257 households in Rashulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rashulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rashulpur is 67.44%. Male literacy is 77.24% and female literacy is 57.01%.