Raipur - Khaira, Balasore
Raipur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Khaira and around 41 km from Baleshwar. Gagandhuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 393567. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 374 people, including 189 males and 185 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 75.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 374 | 189 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 141 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 48 | 71 |
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
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Raipur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Raipur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Gagandhuli.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 756047.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 374, including 189 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 81.47%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 75.50%.