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
According to the 2011 Census, Raghupur village had a total population of 733 people, including 380 males and 353 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.73%, with male literacy at 46.46% and female literacy at 30.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 733 | 380 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 733, including 380 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Raghupur?
Raghupur had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghupur was 38.73%. Male literacy was 46.46% and female literacy was 30.49%.