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
According to the 2011 Census, Raichour village had a total population of 331 people, including 171 males and 160 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.21%, with male literacy at 63.19% and female literacy at 42.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 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 had a total population of 331, including 171 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Raichour?
Raichour had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raichour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raichour was 53.21%. Male literacy was 63.19% and female literacy was 42.65%.