Raipur - Bilaspur, Rampur
Raipur is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilaspur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Sitora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 116738. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.13 hectares and falls under the 244221 pincode. Vilashpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 170 people, including 85 males and 85 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.87%, with male literacy at 81.94% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 170 | 85 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 26 | 31 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godhi | North | 1.36 km |
| Sitora | East | 1.36 km |
| Bhairpura | South | 1.48 km |
| Dalki | West | 1.68 km |
| Sardharpur | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Chubakia | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Lakhmipur | East | 2.61 km |
| Dhavni Bujurg | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Hayat Nagar Godhi | North | 2.70 km |
| Rampura Bujurg | North-West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bilaspur Road, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vilashpur to Raipur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur to Raipur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Sitora.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 244221.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 170, including 85 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 76.87%. Male literacy was 81.94% and female literacy was 72.00%.