Raipur - Samrala, Ludhiana
Raipur is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Raipur Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 033061. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 141121 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
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 Samrala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 628 people, including 322 males and 306 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.66%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 69.34%.
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 | 628 | 322 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 248 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 74 | 116 |
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
Public transport in the Raipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Raipur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raipur Bet.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 141121.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 628, including 322 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 77.66%. Male literacy was 85.52% and female literacy was 69.34%.