Raipur - Raver, Jalgaon
Raipur is a village situated in the Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raver and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 526932. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.92 hectares and falls under the 425203 pincode. Savda is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Muktainagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 1,653 people, consisting of 865 males and 788 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,205 literate and 448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 691 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,653 | 865 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 104 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 132 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 351 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 696 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 169 | 279 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gahukhede | East | 1.34 km |
| Chunwade | North | 1.77 km |
| Sudgaon | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Rangaon | East | 2.18 km |
| Mangi | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Taskhede | East | 3.03 km |
| Duskheda | West | 3.23 km |
| Kathore Bk. | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Thorgavhan | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Ridhuri | North-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duskheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.5 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 Savda to Raipur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Raipur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Raver Tehsil, Jalgaon 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 425203.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 1,653, including 865 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 407 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 72.90%. Male literacy is 80.46% and female literacy is 64.59%.