Raipura - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Raipura is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Nayakheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura is 456145. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.58 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Raipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipura
According to the 2011 Census, Raipura village had a total population of 412 people, including 217 males and 195 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.36%, with male literacy at 76.37% and female literacy at 46.99%.
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 | 412 | 217 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 139 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 78 | 117 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirapur Alias Barkheda | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Kendar | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Toda Pichhor | North | 2.30 km |
| Manpura | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Nayakheda | South | 2.70 km |
| Dulhai | West | 4.02 km |
| Sirsona | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Tidhari | East | 4.59 km |
| Bhonti | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Baghra Sajor | West | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipura
Raipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Burhpura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pichhore to Raipura is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Raipura is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipura
Where is Raipura located?
Raipura village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipura is Nayakheda.
What is the pincode of Raipura?
The pincode of Raipura is 473995.
What is the population of Raipura?
Raipura had a total population of 412, including 217 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Raipura?
Raipura had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura was 62.36%. Male literacy was 76.37% and female literacy was 46.99%.