Raipur - Rudauli, Ayodhya
Raipur is a village situated in the Rudauli tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Rudauli and around 53 km from Faizabad. Babupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 165831. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.77 hectares and falls under the 224119 pincode. Rudauli is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 883 people, including 464 males and 419 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.14%, with male literacy at 72.14% and female literacy at 49.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 397.
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 | 883 | 464 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 221 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 277 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 187 | 246 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baboo Pur | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Lakhani Pur | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Dilwal | East | 1.24 km |
| Holupur | South | 1.30 km |
| Raja Nagar | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Jarayal Kalan | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Karnai Chak | West | 1.70 km |
| Jainabad | North | 1.92 km |
| Bibipur | South | 2.13 km |
| Shahbaj Chak | North | 2.30 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 Patranga, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rudauli to Raipur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Faizabad to Raipur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >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 5-10 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 Rudauli Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Babupur.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 224119.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 883, including 464 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 61.14%. Male literacy was 72.14% and female literacy was 49.15%.