Raipur - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Raipur is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Raipur(415) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 038469. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 140128 pincode. Anandpur Sahib 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 S.a.s.nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 688 people, including 329 males and 359 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.88%, with male literacy at 81.52% and female literacy at 68.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 688 | 329 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 94 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 247 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 82 | 135 |
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 bus services. 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 Rupnagar to Raipur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raipur(415).
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 140128.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 688, including 329 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 74.88%. Male literacy was 81.52% and female literacy was 68.71%.