Raipur - Nangal, Rupnagar
Raipur is a village situated in the Nangal tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nangal and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 038574. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 140125 pincode. Nangal 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 Anandpur Sahib Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 1,062 people, consisting of 534 males and 528 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 731 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,062 | 534 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 125 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 402 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 132 | 199 |
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 2-5 km of Raipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Raipur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Nangal 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 140125.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 1,062, including 534 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 208 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 68.83%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 62.31%.