Raipur - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Raipur is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Gangapur and around 40 km from Aurangabad. Raypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 549183. The village covers a total geographical area of 1023.61 hectares and falls under the 423702 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Gangapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 1,719 people, consisting of 897 males and 822 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 536 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 897 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 124 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 263 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 661 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 236 | 379 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalgaon | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Kinhal | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Pachapirwadi | East | 2.85 km |
| Dongaon | South | 3.01 km |
| Padalsa | West | 3.50 km |
| Derhal | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Diwashi | East | 4.16 km |
| Deopudi | North | 4.50 km |
| Warzadi | East | 5.12 km |
| Takliwadi | South-East | 5.32 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 Potul, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 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 Aurangabad to Raipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Raipur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Gangapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raypur.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 423702.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 1,719, including 897 males and 822 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 333 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 64.22%. Male literacy is 73.69% and female literacy is 53.89%.