Rajpur

Rajpur is a village located in Mathurapur I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Mathurapur (tehsildar office) and 58.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mathurapur Paschim is the gram panchayat of Rajpur village.

Rajpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rajpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rajpur is 334803. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743354. Joynagar is nearest town to Rajpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Rajpur 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 Mandirbazar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathurapur 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 Rajpur

Below is a concise population overview of Rajpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 326 168 158
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 17 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 326 168 158
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 242 144 98
Illiterate Population 84 24 60

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rajpur village:

  • The total population of Rajpur village is around 326, including approximately 168 males and 158 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Rajpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rajpur village has 326 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rajpur village is about 74.23%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 62.03%.
  • There are around 71 households in Rajpur village.

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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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 Mathurapur I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajpur is Mathurapur Paschim (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 743354, 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 326, with 168 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Rajpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rajpur village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajpur is 74.23%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 62.03%.