Rautarapur

Rautarapur is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Rautarapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chubka is the gram panchayat of Rautarapur village.

Here you can discover what makes Rautarapur unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Rautarapur’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 Rautarapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rautarapur is 339713. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721513. Midnapur is nearest town to Rautarapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Rautarapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Rautarapur

According to the 2011 Census, Rautarapur has a total population of about 1,146, with approximately 570 males and 576 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 503 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 215. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.23%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 46.53%. There are around 259 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rautarapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,146 570 576
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 139 69 70
Scheduled Castes (SC) 503 248 255
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 215 109 106
Literate Population 610 342 268
Illiterate Population 536 228 308

Connectivity of Rautarapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rautarapur. As per the 2011 stats, Rautarapur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rautarapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Rautarapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rautarapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rautarapur

Where is Rautarapur located?
Rautarapur village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rautarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautarapur is Chubka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rautarapur?
The pincode of Rautarapur is 721513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rautarapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rautarapur is 1,146, with 570 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Rautarapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rautarapur village has a total of 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rautarapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rautarapur is 53.23%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 46.53%.