Raipani - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Raipani is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bitli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipani is 490974. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.59 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raipani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipani
As per Census 2011, Raipani village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 115 males and 95 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 150 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 90 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 25 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Raipani
Raipani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bitli | West | 1.39 km |
| Chhitapar | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Khursuru | South | 1.98 km |
| Umarpani | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Richha | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Singora | South | 2.66 km |
| Biloni | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Manakheda | North | 2.86 km |
| Kusmi | West | 3.49 km |
| Imjhiri | West | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipani
Raipani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karapgaon, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kareli to Raipani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Raipani is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipani 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 Raipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raipani
Where is Raipani located?
Raipani village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipani is Bitli.
What is the pincode of Raipani?
The pincode of Raipani is 487771.
What is the population of Raipani?
Raipani has a total population of 210, including 115 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Raipani?
There are 40 households in Raipani.
What is the literacy rate in Raipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipani is 71.43%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 63.16%.