Raepur - Bhograi, Balasore
Raepur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Saharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raepur is 391601. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Raepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raepur
According to the 2011 Census, Raepur village had a total population of 1,017 people, including 541 males and 476 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.70%, with male literacy at 92.24% and female literacy at 69.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
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 | 1,017 | 541 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 162 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 428 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 113 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Raepur
Raepur 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 Raepur
Raepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jaleswar to Raepur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raepur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raepur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raepur
Where is Raepur located?
Raepur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raepur is Saharia.
What is the pincode of Raepur?
The pincode of Raepur is 756036.
What is the population of Raepur?
Raepur had a total population of 1,017, including 541 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Raepur?
Raepur had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raepur was 81.70%. Male literacy was 92.24% and female literacy was 69.63%.