Raypur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Raypur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 34.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raypur is 310730. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.97 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Raypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raypur
According to the 2011 Census, Raypur village had a total population of 1,064 people, including 571 males and 493 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.07%, with male literacy at 85.22% and female literacy at 76.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 1,064 | 571 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 84 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 415 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 156 | 167 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raypur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur to Raypur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Raypur is about 34.9 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raypur
Where is Raypur located?
Raypur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raypur is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Raypur?
The pincode of Raypur is 733124.
What is the population of Raypur?
Raypur had a total population of 1,064, including 571 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Raypur?
Raypur had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raypur was 81.07%. Male literacy was 85.22% and female literacy was 76.35%.