Raipuriya - Petlawad, Jhabua
Raipuriya is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Raipuriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipuriya is 504355. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.11 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Raipuriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipuriya
As per Census 2011, Raipuriya village has a total population of 5,534 people, consisting of 2,772 males and 2,762 females. The village has 1,159 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 795 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,337 literate and 2,197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,940 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipuriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,534 | 2,772 | 2,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 795 | 398 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 263 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,940 | 970 | 970 |
| Literate Population | 3,337 | 1,927 | 1,410 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,197 | 845 | 1,352 |
Nearby Villages of Raipuriya
Raipuriya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talabpada | South | 1.79 km |
| Sagadia | North | 1.85 km |
| Pannas | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Ghodathal | South | 2.67 km |
| Bani | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Alasya Khedi | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Babaliapada | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Suwarpada | West | 3.23 km |
| Anant Khedi | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Amarpura | North-East | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipuriya
Raipuriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Raipuriya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Raipuriya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipuriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipuriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raipuriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipuriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raipuriya
Where is Raipuriya located?
Raipuriya village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipuriya?
Raipuriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raipuriya?
The pincode of Raipuriya is 457775.
What is the population of Raipuriya?
Raipuriya has a total population of 5,534, including 2,772 males and 2,762 females.
How many households are there in Raipuriya?
There are 1,159 households in Raipuriya.
What is the literacy rate in Raipuriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipuriya is 60.30%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 51.05%.