Raipur - Shahabad, Rampur
Raipur is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 117072. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.21 hectares and falls under the 244922 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Milak 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 4,103 people, including 2,166 males and 1,937 females, living in 636 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.71%, with male literacy at 56.78% and female literacy at 39.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 898.
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 | 4,103 | 2,166 | 1,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 396 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 473 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,630 | 1,005 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,473 | 1,161 | 1,312 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telipura | East | 1.74 km |
| Patti Fazilabad | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Mohammad Nagar | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Alafganj | West | 1.93 km |
| Lalwara | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Kesarpur Near Raipur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Miyaganj | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Ravana | South | 2.24 km |
| Kishanpur | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Madyan Jhau | West | 2.50 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 Dhamora, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampur to Raipur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur to Raipur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Rampur 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 244922.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 4,103, including 2,166 males and 1,937 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 636 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 48.71%. Male literacy was 56.78% and female literacy was 39.66%.