Raipani - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Raipani is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Kosampali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipani is 445856. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.17 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Raipani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipani
According to the 2011 Census, Raipani village had a total population of 244 people, including 116 males and 128 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.46%, with male literacy at 62.07% and female literacy at 48.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 219.
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 | 244 | 116 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 29 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 103 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 62 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Raipani
Raipani 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 Raipani
Raipani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Raipani is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Raipani is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipani 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 Raipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipani
Where is Raipani located?
Raipani village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipani is Kosampali.
What is the pincode of Raipani?
The pincode of Raipani is 493558.
What is the population of Raipani?
Raipani had a total population of 244, including 116 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Raipani?
Raipani had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipani was 54.46%. Male literacy was 62.07% and female literacy was 48.70%.