Raipur - Sohawal, Ayodhya
Raipur is a village situated in the Sohawal tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Sohawal and around 10 km from Faizabad. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 166277. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.98 hectares and falls under the 224001 pincode. Faizabad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 4,138 people, consisting of 2,136 males and 2,002 females. The village has 691 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,509 literate and 1,629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,968 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,138 | 2,136 | 2,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 340 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,968 | 991 | 977 |
| Literate Population | 2,509 | 1,478 | 1,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,629 | 658 | 971 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Faizabad to Raipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Sohawal Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 224001.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 4,138, including 2,136 males and 2,002 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 691 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 60.63%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 51.50%.