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 village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
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
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 688 people, consisting of 329 males and 359 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 329 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 94 | 116 |
| 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?
Raipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 140128.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 688, including 329 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 121 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 68.46%. Male literacy is 75.08% and female literacy is 62.40%.