Raipur - Mahmudabad, Sitapur
Raipur is a village situated in the Mahmudabad tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahmudabad and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Raipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 138500. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.18 hectares and falls under the 261203 pincode.
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 Mahmoodabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipur
According to the 2011 Census, Raipur village had a total population of 2,254 people, including 1,114 males and 1,140 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.15%, with male literacy at 73.71% and female literacy at 51.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,076.
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 | 2,254 | 1,114 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 201 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,076 | 549 | 527 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,161 | 673 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,093 | 441 | 652 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan Nagar | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Korauli | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Badhaiya Dih | West | 1.46 km |
| Babupur | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Dhaurahra | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Kesripur | East | 1.62 km |
| Ladhauhra Raja Sahab | West | 1.92 km |
| Bhanpur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Banjarwa | South | 1.98 km |
| Sinkandrabad | North-East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raipur. The nearest railway station is Babupur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sitapur to Raipur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Mahmudabad Tehsil, Sitapur 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 261203.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur had a total population of 2,254, including 1,114 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
Raipur had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur was 62.15%. Male literacy was 73.71% and female literacy was 51.10%.