Raipur - Shujalpur, Shajapur
Raipur is a village situated in the Shujalpur tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shujalpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 473010. The village covers a total geographical area of 1514.93 hectares and falls under the 465333 pincode. Shujalpur is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Shujalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 3,247 people, consisting of 1,664 males and 1,583 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,028 literate and 1,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 677 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,247 | 1,664 | 1,583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 253 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 677 | 347 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,028 | 1,240 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 424 | 795 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhariya Khedi | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Piplod | East | 2.41 km |
| Lahauri (gangala Khedi) | West | 2.53 km |
| Pachawata | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Ajgaripur | West | 2.67 km |
| Chitoda | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Richhoda | South | 4.08 km |
| Ajeejpur | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Chauki Muridpur | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Penwchi | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mohammadkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shujalpur to Raipur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Raipur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Shujalpur Tehsil, Shajapur 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 465333.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 3,247, including 1,664 males and 1,583 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 553 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 62.46%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 49.78%.