Raipur - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Raipur is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Raipur No 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 202634. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.9 hectares and falls under the 222203 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 1,399 people, including 706 males and 693 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.60%, with male literacy at 87.19% and female literacy at 53.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 1,399 | 706 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 97 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 531 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 175 | 369 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raipur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Raipur is about 30 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 | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raipur No 2.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 222203.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 1,399, including 706 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 70.60%. Male literacy was 87.19% and female literacy was 53.82%.