Raipura - Mehgaon, Bhind
Raipura is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Silauli (mehgaon) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura is 453089. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.01 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipura
According to the 2011 Census, Raipura village had a total population of 526 people, including 270 males and 256 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.37%, with male literacy at 94.26% and female literacy at 73.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 526 | 270 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 230 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 40 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Raipura
Raipura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gona Hardaspura | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Mustra | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Baghora | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Mustri | West | 2.08 km |
| Siloli | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Dongarpura | North | 2.68 km |
| Jeesakpura | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Emaliya | West | 3.58 km |
| Birgwan | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Neemgaon | East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipura
Public transport in the Raipura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Itehar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Mehgaon to Raipura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Raipura is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipura
Where is Raipura located?
Raipura village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipura is Silauli (mehgaon).
What is the pincode of Raipura?
The pincode of Raipura is 477557.
What is the population of Raipura?
Raipura had a total population of 526, including 270 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Raipura?
Raipura had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura was 84.37%. Male literacy was 94.26% and female literacy was 73.54%.