Rajpur
Rajpur is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 28.4km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Chandamari is the gram panchayat of Rajpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Rajpur unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Rajpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Rajpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajpur is 308119. The village spans a total geographical area of 527.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736157. Mathabhanga is nearest town to Rajpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Rajpur
Population of Rajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajpur has a total population of about 4,355, with approximately 2,291 males and 2,064 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 560 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,753 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.87%, with male literacy at about 70.93% and female literacy near 53.92%. There are around 1,005 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rajpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,355 | 2,291 | 2,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 290 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,753 | 1,446 | 1,307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,738 | 1,625 | 1,113 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,617 | 666 | 951 |
Connectivity of Rajpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rajpur. As per the 2011 stats, Rajpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rajpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Rajpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rajpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajpur
- Where is Rajpur located?
- Rajpur village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Chandamari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rajpur?
- The pincode of Rajpur is 736157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rajpur is 4,355, with 2,291 males and 2,064 females.
- How many households are there in Rajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rajpur village has a total of 1,005 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajpur is 62.87%. The male literacy rate is 70.93%, while the female literacy rate is 53.92%.