Raipura - Abohar, Fazilka
Raipura is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from Abohar and around 83 km from Firozpur. Raipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura is 035208. The village covers a total geographical area of 1467 hectares and falls under the 152118 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Raipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipura
According to the 2011 Census, Raipura village had a total population of 3,896 people, including 2,071 males and 1,825 females, living in 729 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.85%, with male literacy at 72.89% and female literacy at 53.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 691.
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 | 3,896 | 2,071 | 1,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 282 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 691 | 376 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,157 | 1,304 | 853 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,739 | 767 | 972 |
Nearby Villages of Raipura
Raipura 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 Raipura
Raipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raipura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Firozpur to Raipura is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipura
Where is Raipura located?
Raipura village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipura?
Raipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raipura?
The pincode of Raipura is 152118.
What is the population of Raipura?
Raipura had a total population of 3,896, including 2,071 males and 1,825 females.
How many households are there in Raipura?
Raipura had 729 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura was 63.85%. Male literacy was 72.89% and female literacy was 53.68%.