Raipur - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Raipur is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 505648. The village covers a total geographical area of 1596.77 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 2,830 people, consisting of 1,494 males and 1,336 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,439 literate and 1,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,830 | 1,494 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 267 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,108 | 555 | 553 |
| Literate Population | 1,439 | 907 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,391 | 587 | 804 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur
Raipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sendhwal | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Chichghat | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Ratnapur | East | 4.46 km |
| Shekhapura | West | 4.83 km |
| Mokha | East | 5.10 km |
| Gondwadi | South-East | 5.44 km |
| Rama Kheda Khurd | South | 5.45 km |
| Dahinda | South-West | 5.72 km |
| Dhulghat Gadga | South-East | 6.19 km |
| Sajni Ryt | South-West | 6.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amlakhurd, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Raipur is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipur 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 Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
Raipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 450001.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 2,830, including 1,494 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 628 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 50.85%. Male literacy is 60.71% and female literacy is 39.82%.