Raipur - Mahasi, Bahraich
Raipur is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 171667. The village covers a total geographical area of 933.54 hectares and falls under the 271851 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 8,795 people, consisting of 4,733 males and 4,062 females. The village has 1,689 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,679 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,204 literate and 5,591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,458 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,795 | 4,733 | 4,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,679 | 868 | 811 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,458 | 773 | 685 |
| Literate Population | 3,204 | 2,084 | 1,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,591 | 2,649 | 2,942 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kursaha | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Rajapur Kalan | North | 2.39 km |
| Chhttarpur | West | 2.64 km |
| Makrandpur | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Thailiya | South | 2.76 km |
| Munimpur Kalan | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Bhawanipur | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Khaira Dhaukal | East | 3.91 km |
| Pipriya | North | 3.93 km |
| Chkaiya | North-West | 4.07 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 Matera, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bahraich to Raipur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | 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) | 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 Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich 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 271851.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 8,795, including 4,733 males and 4,062 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 1,689 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 36.43%. Male literacy is 44.03% and female literacy is 27.57%.