Raipur - Morshi, Amravati
Raipur is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Domak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 532206. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.55 hectares and falls under the 444905 pincode. Morshi is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Morshi 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 162 people, consisting of 85 males and 77 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhalond | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Domak | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Kurankhed | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Khed Bhag 1. | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Waroli | North | 2.85 km |
| Ashtoli | South | 3.00 km |
| Mamadapur | North | 3.35 km |
| Nimkheda | West | 3.36 km |
| Gokalapur | East | 3.43 km |
| Hashampur | South-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Public transport in the Raipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kolvihir, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morshi to Raipur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Domak.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 444905.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 162, including 85 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 44 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 75.93%. Male literacy is 77.65% and female literacy is 74.03%.