Raipur - Selu, Parbhani
Raipur is a village situated in the Selu tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Sailu and around 65 km from Parbhani. Raipur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 546435. The village covers a total geographical area of 1464.58 hectares and falls under the 431503 pincode. Sailu 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.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 1,887 people, including 962 males and 925 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.99%, with male literacy at 79.06% and female literacy at 58.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 466.
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 | 1,887 | 962 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 136 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 242 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,139 | 653 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 309 | 439 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Girgaon Kh | North | 1.45 km |
| Nirwadi Kh | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Sawangi P.c. | East | 2.46 km |
| Khairi | West | 2.47 km |
| Girgaon Bk | North | 2.69 km |
| Nirwadi Bk | East | 2.76 km |
| Chikhalthana Kh | South | 3.06 km |
| Devgaon | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Arsad | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Ganeshpur | North | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Selu, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sailu to Raipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Raipur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 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 >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 Selu Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Raipur?
Raipur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 431503.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 1,887, including 962 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 68.99%. Male literacy was 79.06% and female literacy was 58.91%.