Raafii - Purul, Senapati
Raafii is a village situated in the Purul subdivision of Senapati district, Manipur. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purul and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Senapati.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raafii is 268541. The village falls under the 795007 pincode. Kohima is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Karong (st) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raafii
According to the 2011 Census, Raafii village had a total population of 726 people, including 413 males and 313 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 758 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.09%, with male literacy at 72.07% and female literacy at 56.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 715.
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 | 726 | 413 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 80 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 715 | 408 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 240 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 173 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Raafii
Raafii 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 Raafii
Public transport in the Raafii is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kohima to Raafii is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Senapati to Raafii is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raafii
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raafii village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raafii
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raafii 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raafii
Where is Raafii located?
Raafii village is located in Purul Subdivision, Senapati district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Raafii?
The pincode of Raafii is 795007.
What is the population of Raafii?
Raafii had a total population of 726, including 413 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Raafii?
Raafii had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raafii?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raafii was 65.09%. Male literacy was 72.07% and female literacy was 56.15%.