Raipura - Lateri, Vidisha
Raipura is a village situated in the Lateri tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lateri and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Dehripama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura is 480561. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.8 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Lateri is the nearest town, located about 10 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 715 people, including 378 males and 337 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.99%, with male literacy at 35.28% and female literacy at 30.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 689.
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 | 715 | 378 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 689 | 369 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 109 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 269 | 254 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deharipama | East | 2.39 km |
| Kakaraj | South | 2.99 km |
| Bandarsena | East | 4.03 km |
| Ahamadpur Kalan | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Hafijpur Khona | East | 4.87 km |
| Aligarh Kotra | South | 5.06 km |
| Kolua Pathar | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Beeju Khedi | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Arino Abad | North | 5.85 km |
| Faujpur | East | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipura
Raipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lateri to Raipura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Raipura is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Raipura
Where is Raipura located?
Raipura village is located in Lateri Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipura is Dehripama.
What is the pincode of Raipura?
The pincode of Raipura is 464114.
What is the population of Raipura?
Raipura had a total population of 715, including 378 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Raipura?
Raipura had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura was 32.99%. Male literacy was 35.28% and female literacy was 30.40%.