Raopur - Chandla, Chhatarpur
Raopur is a village situated in the Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandla and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Raopur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raopur is 457604. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.04 hectares and falls under the 471525 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Raopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raopur
According to the 2011 Census, Raopur village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 556 males and 496 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.17%, with male literacy at 79.50% and female literacy at 48.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276.
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 | 1,052 | 556 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 73 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 147 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 384 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 172 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Raopur
Raopur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumkhera | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Chhatarpur | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Basahara | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Gaharawan | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Patalee | East | 2.96 km |
| Bhagaura | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Ramjhala | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Beri | North | 3.75 km |
| Madhaupur | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Udaypur | North-East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raopur
Raopur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandla to Raopur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Raopur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raopur 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 Raopur
Where is Raopur located?
Raopur village is located in Chandla Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raopur?
Raopur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raopur?
The pincode of Raopur is 471525.
What is the population of Raopur?
Raopur had a total population of 1,052, including 556 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Raopur?
Raopur had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raopur was 65.17%. Male literacy was 79.50% and female literacy was 48.16%.