Raweli - Fingeshwar, Gariyaband
Raweli is a village situated in the Fingeshwar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Rajim and around 65 km from Raipur. Chaitra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raweli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raweli is 444841. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.8 hectares and falls under the 492101 pincode. Fingeshwar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Raweli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raweli
According to the 2011 Census, Raweli village had a total population of 425 people, including 211 males and 214 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.55%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 76.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 425 | 211 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 112 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 164 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 47 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Raweli
Raweli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijli | West | 1.16 km |
| Chaitra | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Barula | South | 1.72 km |
| Sendar | East | 1.84 km |
| Madwadih | North | 1.89 km |
| Khudiadih | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Parsatthi | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Khuteri | South | 3.13 km |
| Behrapal | West | 3.16 km |
| Deogaon | South | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raweli
Raweli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rajim, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fingeshwar to Raweli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Raweli 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 Raweli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raweli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raweli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raweli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raweli
Where is Raweli located?
Raweli village is located in Fingeshwar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raweli?
The Gram Panchayat of Raweli is Chaitra.
What is the pincode of Raweli?
The pincode of Raweli is 492101.
What is the population of Raweli?
Raweli had a total population of 425, including 211 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Raweli?
Raweli had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raweli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raweli was 84.55%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 76.11%.