Raipur - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Raipur is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 490933. The village covers a total geographical area of 471.89 hectares and falls under the 487441 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 2,200 people, consisting of 1,134 males and 1,066 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,049 literate and 1,151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 864 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,200 | 1,134 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 178 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 864 | 451 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 623 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 511 | 640 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandan Kheda | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Kudari | North | 2.26 km |
| Hirapur | South | 3.04 km |
| Dogragaon (dongargaon) | North | 3.62 km |
| Chhawargaon | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Bandar Barru | West | 3.79 km |
| Chor Barhata | North | 4.14 km |
| Narsara | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Gagai (gangai) | North-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.4 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 Gadarwara to Raipur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Raipur 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 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur 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 487441.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 2,200, including 1,134 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 418 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 47.68%. Male literacy is 54.94% and female literacy is 39.96%.