Raipura - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Raipura is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Varanasi. Raipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipura is 209720. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.66 hectares and falls under the 221011 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Raipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raipura
According to the 2011 Census, Raipura village had a total population of 2,339 people, including 1,244 males and 1,095 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.08%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 49.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 442.
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 | 2,339 | 1,244 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 229 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 250 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,253 | 827 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 417 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Raipura
Raipura 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 Raipura
Raipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raipura.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Varanasi to Raipura is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipura 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 Raipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raipura
Where is Raipura located?
Raipura village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipura?
Raipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raipura?
The pincode of Raipura is 221011.
What is the population of Raipura?
Raipura had a total population of 2,339, including 1,244 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Raipura?
Raipura had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipura was 67.08%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 49.94%.