Raipur - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Raipur is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Raipur Kasarkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 533338. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.46 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Pulgaon is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 417 males and 389 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 417 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 345 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 72 | 112 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jodhapur | West | 1.10 km |
| Saujana | East | 1.42 km |
| Isapur | North | 1.75 km |
| Warud | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Ashtarampur | South | 2.37 km |
| Wagholi | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Kharda | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Bhatkuli | West | 2.86 km |
| Borgaon Dhande | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Walidadpur | South-West | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talni, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulgaon to Raipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Raipur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raipur Kasarkhed.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 444709.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 806, including 417 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 206 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 77.17%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 71.21%.