Raipura - Beerpur, Sheopur
Raipura is a village situated in the Beerpur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beerpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Sironi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura is 451476. The village covers a total geographical area of 1656 hectares and falls under the 476335 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Raipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipura
According to the 2011 Census, Raipura village had a total population of 149 people, including 84 males and 65 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 84.93% and female literacy at 32.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 62 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 22 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Raipura
Raipura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basona | North | 3.29 km |
| Sankarikheda | South | 3.50 km |
| Sillipur | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Sironi | South-West | 5.11 km |
| Dhanaycha | West | 5.50 km |
| Lonjher | East | 5.52 km |
| Choreka | South | 6.90 km |
| Chandupura | West | 7.10 km |
| Jaitpura | North | 8.04 km |
| Sukhwas | North-West | 8.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raipura. The nearest railway station is Seroni Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.8 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 Sheopur to Raipura is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipura
Where is Raipura located?
Raipura village is located in Beerpur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipura is Sironi.
What is the pincode of Raipura?
The pincode of Raipura is 476335.
What is the population of Raipura?
Raipura had a total population of 149, including 84 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Raipura?
Raipura had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura was 62.50%. Male literacy was 84.93% and female literacy was 32.73%.