Raipur - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Raipur is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Raipur Garhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 032396. The village covers a total geographical area of 536 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 865 people, including 470 males and 395 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.57%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 70.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 865 | 470 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 158 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 322 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 148 | 157 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Raipur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raipur Garhi.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 144521.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 865, including 470 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 74.57%. Male literacy was 78.16% and female literacy was 70.21%.