Raipura - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Raipura is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Rai Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura is 458378. The village covers a total geographical area of 2603.12 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 37 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 1,152 people, including 611 males and 541 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 64.41% and female literacy at 43.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 427.
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 | 1,152 | 611 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 124 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 221 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 333 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 278 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Raipura
Raipura 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 Raipura
Raipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raipura is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Raipura is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raipura
Where is Raipura located?
Raipura village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipura is Rai Pura.
What is the pincode of Raipura?
The pincode of Raipura is 471405.
What is the population of Raipura?
Raipura had a total population of 1,152, including 611 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Raipura?
Raipura had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura was 54.55%. Male literacy was 64.41% and female literacy was 43.21%.