Raipur - Dahanu, Palghar
Raipur is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from Dahanu and around 122 km from Thane. Raipur Gr. serves as the Village Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 551637. The village covers a total geographical area of 776 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 2,782 people, including 1,310 males and 1,472 females, living in 570 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.87%, with male literacy at 41.89% and female literacy at 19.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,773.
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 | 2,782 | 1,310 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 293 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,773 | 1,305 | 1,468 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 426 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,126 | 884 | 1,242 |
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
Public transport in the Raipur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dahanu to Raipur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Raipur is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 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 >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 2-5 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 Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Raipur?
The Village Panchayat of Raipur is Raipur Gr..
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 401606.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 2,782, including 1,310 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 570 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 29.87%. Male literacy was 41.89% and female literacy was 19.51%.