Raipur
Raipur is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Raipur Gr is the gram panchayat of Raipur village.
Raipur has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Raipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raipur is 551637. The village spans a total geographical area of 776 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Raipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Raipur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Raipur
Population of Raipur
Below is a concise population overview of Raipur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,782 | 1,310 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 293 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,773 | 1,305 | 1,468 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 426 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,126 | 884 | 1,242 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raipur village:
- The total population of Raipur village is around 2,782, including approximately 1,310 males and 1,472 females, with a sex ratio of 1123 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 586 children aged 0–6 years in Raipur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raipur village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,773 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raipur village is about 23.58%, with male literacy at 32.52% and female literacy at 15.63%.
- There are around 570 households in Raipur village.
Connectivity of Raipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raipur. As per the 2011 stats, Raipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Raipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raipur
- Where is Raipur located?
- Raipur village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raipur Gr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Raipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raipur is 2,782, with 1,310 males and 1,472 females.
- How many households are there in Raipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raipur village has a total of 570 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raipur is 23.58%. The male literacy rate is 32.52%, while the female literacy rate is 15.63%.