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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajapur village had a total population of 425 people, including 227 males and 198 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.99%, with male literacy at 70.26% and female literacy at 42.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 425.
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 | 425 | 227 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 227 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 425, including 227 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
Rajapur had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur was 56.99%. Male literacy was 70.26% and female literacy was 42.37%.