Raipura Kalan - Ghuwara, Chhatarpur
Raipura Kalan is a village situated in the Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghuwara and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Deo Pur - I serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipura Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura Kalan is 458255. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.89 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Ghuwara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Raipura Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipura Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Raipura Kalan village had a total population of 336 people, including 172 males and 164 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.40%, with male literacy at 56.85% and female literacy at 29.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 336 | 172 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 58 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 83 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 89 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Raipura Kalan
Raipura Kalan 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 Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raipura Kalan.
| 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 Ghuwara to Raipura Kalan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Raipura Kalan is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipura Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipura Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raipura Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Raipura Kalan
Where is Raipura Kalan located?
Raipura Kalan village is located in Ghuwara Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipura Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipura Kalan is Deo Pur - I.
What is the pincode of Raipura Kalan?
The pincode of Raipura Kalan is 471313.
What is the population of Raipura Kalan?
Raipura Kalan had a total population of 336, including 172 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Raipura Kalan?
Raipura Kalan had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura Kalan was 43.40%. Male literacy was 56.85% and female literacy was 29.58%.