Raipur - Raipur, Jhalawar
Raipur is a village situated in the Raipur tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 38 km from Pirawa and around 27 km from Jhalawar. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 105010. The village covers a total geographical area of 1664.28 hectares and falls under the 326034 pincode. Jhalrapatan is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 9,411 people, consisting of 4,818 males and 4,593 females. The village has 1,951 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,771 literate and 3,640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,906 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 379 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,411 | 4,818 | 4,593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,278 | 657 | 621 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,906 | 978 | 928 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 201 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 5,771 | 3,468 | 2,303 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,640 | 1,350 | 2,290 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rawal | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Kalyanpura | West | 2.66 km |
| Nandpura | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Bajrangpura | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Bhumara | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Raghunathpura | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Moondla | West | 3.53 km |
| Dabal | North | 3.67 km |
| Khatkar | East | 3.73 km |
| Bhumari | East | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhuankheri, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhalrapatan to Raipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Raipur is about 27 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Raipur Tehsil, Jhalawar 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 326034.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 9,411, including 4,818 males and 4,593 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 1,951 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 61.32%. Male literacy is 71.98% and female literacy is 50.14%.