Raypur - Pindra, Varanasi
Raypur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Raipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raypur is 208520. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.91 hectares and falls under the 221201 pincode.
Raypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raypur
As per Census 2011, Raypur village has a total population of 2,235 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,119 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,331 literate and 904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raypur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,235 | 1,116 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 172 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 120 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 88 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,331 | 786 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 330 | 574 |
Nearby Villages of Raypur
Raypur 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 Raypur
Raypur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raypur.
| 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 Varanasi to Raypur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Raypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raypur 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raypur
Where is Raypur located?
Raypur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raypur is Raipur.
What is the pincode of Raypur?
The pincode of Raypur is 221201.
What is the population of Raypur?
Raypur has a total population of 2,235, including 1,116 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Raypur?
There are 320 households in Raypur.
What is the literacy rate in Raypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raypur is 59.55%. Male literacy is 70.43% and female literacy is 48.70%.