Raipur - Achalpur, Amravati
Raipur is a village situated in the Achalpur tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Achalpur and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Waghdoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 531953. The village covers a total geographical area of 536 hectares and falls under the 444806 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 2 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 Melghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 51 people, consisting of 24 males and 27 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shindkhed | West | 3.43 km |
| Palaskhed Bhat | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Sonewadi | East | 3.74 km |
| Antri Koli | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Sakegaon | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Malshemba | South | 4.98 km |
| Waghapur | East | 5.10 km |
| Shirpur | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Matala | West | 5.15 km |
| Kesapur | North-West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raipur. The nearest railway station is Malkapur, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Raipur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Raipur is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Achalpur Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Waghdoh.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 444806.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 51, including 24 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 14 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 58.82%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 55.56%.