Raipur Village - Narayanpur, Bhagalpur
Raipur is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 238844. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 853203 pincode. Naugachhia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bihpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 9,451 people, consisting of 5,088 males and 4,363 females. The village has 1,714 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,839 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,255 literate and 5,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,451 | 5,088 | 4,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,839 | 989 | 850 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 240 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,255 | 2,730 | 1,525 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,196 | 2,358 | 2,838 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Raipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naugachhia to Raipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Raipur is about 68 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
Raipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 853203.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 9,451, including 5,088 males and 4,363 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 1,714 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 45.02%. Male literacy is 53.66% and female literacy is 34.95%.