Raipur - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Raipur is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarupathar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Madhyampur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 295076. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.86 hectares and falls under the 785601 pincode. Sarupathar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 328 people, including 160 males and 168 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.79%, with male literacy at 80.99% and female literacy at 70.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 324.
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 | 328 | 160 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 159 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 115 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 45 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur
Raipur 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 Raipur
Raipur 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 Sarupathar to Raipur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Raipur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Raipur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Raipur is Madhyampur.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 785601.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 328, including 160 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 75.79%. Male literacy was 80.99% and female literacy was 70.63%.