Raichour - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Raichour is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Matipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raichour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raichour is 458365. The village covers a total geographical area of 826.88 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Raichour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raichour
As per Census 2011, Raichour village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 171 males and 160 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raichour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 171 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 91 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 80 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Raichour
Raichour 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 Raichour
Raichour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijawar to Raichour is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Raichour is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raichour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raichour 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 Raichour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raichour 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 Raichour
Where is Raichour located?
Raichour village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raichour?
The Gram Panchayat of Raichour is Matipura.
What is the pincode of Raichour?
The pincode of Raichour is 471405.
What is the population of Raichour?
Raichour has a total population of 331, including 171 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Raichour?
There are 72 households in Raichour.
What is the literacy rate in Raichour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raichour is 45.02%. Male literacy is 53.22% and female literacy is 36.25%.