Rajpura - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Rajpura is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gadariya Bang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajpura is 055978. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.58 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rajpura 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpura village had a total population of 120 people, including 61 males and 59 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.76%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 23.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 28 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 33 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Rajpura
Rajpura 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 Rajpura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rajpura. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rajpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kichha to Rajpura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Rajpura is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajpura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajpura 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 Rajpura
Where is Rajpura located?
Rajpura village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpura is Gadariya Bang.
What is the pincode of Rajpura?
The pincode of Rajpura is 263148.
What is the population of Rajpura?
Rajpura had a total population of 120, including 61 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Rajpura?
Rajpura had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajpura was 41.76%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 23.81%.