Raipura Mal. - Shahpura, Dindori
Raipura Mal. is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Raiypura Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipura Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura Mal. is 491552. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.77 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Raipura Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipura Mal.
As per Census 2011, Raipura Mal. village has a total population of 1,054 people, consisting of 543 males and 511 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 374 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipura Mal. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 543 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 172 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 194 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 378 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 165 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Raipura Mal.
Raipura Mal. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dullopur Mal. | East | 1.58 km |
| Majhgaon Mal.(raipura) | North | 1.95 km |
| Pitri Mal. | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Khitaula Mal. | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Khitaula Ryt. | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Chaura Mal. | East | 3.65 km |
| Sangwa Mal. | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Bhatwara Mal. | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Deogaon Mal.(lalpur) | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Manikpur (bhamha) | West | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipura Mal.
Raipura Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Umaria, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.3 km.
| 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 Shahpura to Raipura Mal. is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Raipura Mal. is about 68 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 Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipura Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raipura Mal.
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 Mal. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipura Mal.
Where is Raipura Mal. located?
Raipura Mal. village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipura Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipura Mal. is Raiypura Mal.
What is the pincode of Raipura Mal.?
The pincode of Raipura Mal. is 481990.
What is the population of Raipura Mal.?
Raipura Mal. has a total population of 1,054, including 543 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Raipura Mal.?
There are 277 households in Raipura Mal..
What is the literacy rate in Raipura Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura Mal. is 59.68%. Male literacy is 69.61% and female literacy is 49.12%.