Raipur - Weir, Bharatpur
Raipur is a village situated in the Weir tehsil of Bharatpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Weir and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bharatpur. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 074965. The village covers a total geographical area of 439 hectares and falls under the 321408 pincode. Weir is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
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 Weir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 1,407 people, consisting of 765 males and 642 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,407 | 765 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 169 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 156 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 500 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 265 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur
Raipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairora | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Bhodagaon | North | 2.19 km |
| Gothra | East | 2.23 km |
| Sita | West | 2.43 km |
| Weir | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Lakhanpur | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Jahaj | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Jagjiwanpur | North | 4.08 km |
| Hathauri | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Shyosinghpura | East | 4.50 km |
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 Salabad, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Weir to Raipur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharatpur to Raipur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Weir Tehsil, Bharatpur district, Rajasthan, 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 321408.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 1,407, including 765 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 213 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 51.53%. Male literacy is 65.36% and female literacy is 35.05%.