Raipur - Sakri, Dhule
Raipur is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Bhamer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 526290. The village covers a total geographical area of 2822 hectares and falls under the 424305 pincode. Nandurbar 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. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 742 people, consisting of 383 males and 359 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 742 | 383 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 165 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 218 | 236 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nandurbar to Raipur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Raipur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Bhamer.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 424305.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 742, including 383 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 132 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 38.81%. Male literacy is 43.08% and female literacy is 34.26%.