Raypur - Chandvad, Nashik
Raypur is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Raypur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raypur is 550486. The village covers a total geographical area of 1873.47 hectares and falls under the 423104 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Raypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raypur
According to the 2011 Census, Raypur village had a total population of 3,386 people, including 1,760 males and 1,626 females, living in 637 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.06%, with male literacy at 90.71% and female literacy at 77.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 716.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,386 | 1,760 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 263 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 716 | 367 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 2,462 | 1,358 | 1,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 402 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Raypur
Raypur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadane | East | 2.14 km |
| Nimbale | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Pimpalgaon Dhabli | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Gangave | West | 3.34 km |
| Vadgaon Pangu | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Wakdardi | East | 4.44 km |
| Mesankhede Kh | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Ahirkhede | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Vitave | West | 5.33 km |
| Salsane | South-West | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raypur
Raypur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manmad to Raypur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Raypur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raypur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raypur
Where is Raypur located?
Raypur village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Raypur?
Raypur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raypur?
The pincode of Raypur is 423104.
What is the population of Raypur?
Raypur had a total population of 3,386, including 1,760 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Raypur?
Raypur had 637 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raypur was 84.06%. Male literacy was 90.71% and female literacy was 77.09%.