Raghupur - Lundra, Surguja
Raghupur is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Raghupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghupur is 433339. The village covers a total geographical area of 681 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Raghupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raghupur
As per Census 2011, Raghupur village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 380 males and 353 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 380 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 270 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 151 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 229 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Raghupur
Raghupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deosara Khurd | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Asandih | West | 3.05 km |
| Jori | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Parewa | East | 3.53 km |
| Dumardih | South | 4.03 km |
| Chhermunda | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Kachhar | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Jargim | East | 4.98 km |
| Pondi Khurd | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Bhondna | North | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghupur
Raghupur 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 Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Raghupur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Raghupur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghupur
Where is Raghupur located?
Raghupur village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghupur?
Raghupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raghupur?
The pincode of Raghupur is 497101.
What is the population of Raghupur?
Raghupur has a total population of 733, including 380 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Raghupur?
There are 187 households in Raghupur.
What is the literacy rate in Raghupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghupur is 33.29%. Male literacy is 39.74% and female literacy is 26.35%.