Raipur - Raninagar - I, Murshidabad
Raipur is a village situated in the Raninagar - I subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Herampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur is 314803. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.43 hectares and falls under the 742304 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Raipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipur
As per Census 2011, Raipur village has a total population of 1,262 people, consisting of 623 males and 639 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 705 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,262 | 623 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 379 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 244 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur
Raipur 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 Raipur
Raipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Berhampore to Raipur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipur
Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is located in Raninagar - I Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Herampur.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 742304.
What is the population of Raipur?
Raipur has a total population of 1,262, including 623 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Raipur?
There are 313 households in Raipur.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur is 55.86%. Male literacy is 60.83% and female literacy is 51.02%.