Raypur - Dholka, Ahmedabad
Raypur is a village situated in the Dholka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Dholka and around 75 km from Ahmadabad. Raypur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raypur is 511743. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.62 hectares and falls under the 382240 pincode. Dholka is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Raypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raypur
According to the 2011 Census, Raypur village had a total population of 1,212 people, including 640 males and 572 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.22%, with male literacy at 78.20% and female literacy at 48.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 1,212 | 640 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 434 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 206 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Raypur
Raypur 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 Raypur
Raypur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raypur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dholka to Raypur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Raypur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raypur 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 Raypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raypur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raypur
Where is Raypur located?
Raypur village is located in Dholka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raypur?
Raypur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raypur?
The pincode of Raypur is 382240.
What is the population of Raypur?
Raypur had a total population of 1,212, including 640 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Raypur?
Raypur had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raypur was 64.22%. Male literacy was 78.20% and female literacy was 48.59%.