Raipura - Kannod, Dewas
Raipura is a village situated in the Kannod tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kannod and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Raipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura is 473773. The village covers a total geographical area of 416.07 hectares and falls under the 455332 pincode. Kannod is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Raipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khategaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipura
According to the 2011 Census, Raipura village had a total population of 849 people, including 430 males and 419 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.50%, with male literacy at 71.10% and female literacy at 45.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 849 | 430 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 246 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 184 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Raipura
Raipura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambada ( Dawatpura ) | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Ratway | West | 2.24 km |
| Chaplasa | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Kharpa | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Kothda | South | 4.15 km |
| Dangrakheda | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Dabkakheda | West | 4.49 km |
| Bahirawad | East | 4.73 km |
| Barkhedi | East | 5.52 km |
| Gadiya | South | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipura
Raipura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Masangaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kannod to Raipura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Raipura is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipura
Where is Raipura located?
Raipura village is located in Kannod Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipura?
Raipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raipura?
The pincode of Raipura is 455332.
What is the population of Raipura?
Raipura had a total population of 849, including 430 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Raipura?
Raipura had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura was 58.50%. Male literacy was 71.10% and female literacy was 45.98%.