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
As per Census 2011, Raweli village has a total population of 3,576 people, consisting of 1,808 males and 1,768 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,157 literate and 1,419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raweli are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,576, including 1,808 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Raweli?
There are 639 households in Raweli.
What is the literacy rate in Raweli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raweli is 60.32%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 50.79%.