Rajapur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Rajapur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 77.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Akcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 310333. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.4 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajapur
As per Census 2011, Rajapur village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 227 males and 198 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 227 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 227 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 137 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 90 | 123 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliaganj to Rajapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Rajapur is about 77.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Rajapur
Where is Rajapur located?
Rajapur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajapur is Akcha.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 733132.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur has a total population of 425, including 227 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
There are 82 households in Rajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur is 49.88%. Male literacy is 60.35% and female literacy is 37.88%.