Rajapur - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Rajapur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.1 km from Mathurapur and around 54.1 km from Alipore. Debipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapur is 334809. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.54 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Rajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rajapur village had a total population of 643 people, including 330 males and 313 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.42%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 77.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
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 | 643 | 330 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 72 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 265 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 65 | 90 |
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 van services. Rajapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Rajapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Rajapur is about 54.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| 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 Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajapur is Debipur.
What is the pincode of Rajapur?
The pincode of Rajapur is 743354.
What is the population of Rajapur?
Rajapur had a total population of 643, including 330 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Rajapur?
Rajapur had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapur was 83.42%. Male literacy was 89.53% and female literacy was 77.16%.