Raipur Village - Teonthar, Rewa
Raipur is a village situated in the Teonthar tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teonthar and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 465134. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138.98 hectares and falls under the 486226 pincode. Chakghat 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.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 5,291 people, consisting of 2,779 males and 2,512 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 863 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,054 literate and 2,237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,013 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,291 | 2,779 | 2,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 863 | 453 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 261 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,013 | 532 | 481 |
| Literate Population | 3,054 | 1,884 | 1,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,237 | 895 | 1,342 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thakurainpurwa No 1 | South | 1.78 km |
| Chakraipur | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Rajaha | North | 3.15 km |
| Umariya | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Khamha | North | 3.87 km |
| Sonauri(baghedi) | East | 3.92 km |
| Darimanpurwa | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Shankarpur | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Dhakhara No 2 | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Sonwarsha | North | 4.58 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 Shankargarh, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 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 Chakghat to Raipur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Raipur is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Teonthar Tehsil, Rewa 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 486226.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 5,291, including 2,779 males and 2,512 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 1,137 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 57.72%. Male literacy is 67.79% and female literacy is 46.58%.