Raipur - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Raipur is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 531537. The village covers a total geographical area of 1422 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 1,080 people, consisting of 545 males and 535 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,023 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,080 | 545 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 6 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,023 | 508 | 515 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 403 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 142 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur
Raipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Raipur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Raipur 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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) | 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 Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, 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 444807.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 1,080, including 545 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 187 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 62.22%. Male literacy is 73.94% and female literacy is 50.28%.