Raweli - Abhanpur, Raipur
Raweli is a village situated in the Abhanpur tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Abhanpur and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Raweli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raweli is 444593. The village covers a total geographical area of 858.18 hectares and falls under the 493661 pincode. Raipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Raweli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raweli
According to the 2011 Census, Raweli village had a total population of 3,576 people, including 1,808 males and 1,768 females, living in 639 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.61%, with male literacy at 82.18% and female literacy at 60.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 3,576 | 1,808 | 1,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 276 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,157 | 1,259 | 898 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,419 | 549 | 870 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amadi | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Julum | East | 2.50 km |
| Ufra | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Mundra | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Kanhera | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Jamrao | North | 3.61 km |
| Khudmudi | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Parsada-4 (parsada) | South | 3.92 km |
| Mahuda | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Sonpairi-2 (sonpairi) | East | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raweli
Raweli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhatgaon, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raipur to Raweli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raweli
Where is Raweli located?
Raweli village is located in Abhanpur Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raweli?
Raweli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raweli?
The pincode of Raweli is 493661.
What is the population of Raweli?
Raweli had a total population of 3,576, including 1,808 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Raweli?
Raweli had 639 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raweli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raweli was 71.61%. Male literacy was 82.18% and female literacy was 60.68%.