Raipur - Shahbad, Kurukshetra
Raipur is a village situated in the Shahbad tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahbad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Rai Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 058338. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 136135 pincode. Shahbad is the nearest town.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 423 people, consisting of 221 males and 202 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 221 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 158 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 63 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur
Raipur 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 Raipur
Raipur 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 located within >10 km of Raipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kurukshetra to Raipur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Shahbad Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Rai Pur.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 136135.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 423, including 221 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 72 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 66.19%. Male literacy is 71.49% and female literacy is 60.40%.