Raipur

Raipur is a village located in Contai I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Contai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Raipur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Raipur Paschimbarh is the gram panchayat of Raipur village.

Here you can discover what makes Raipur unique in its vibrant Contai I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Raipur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Raipur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raipur is 346119. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721401. Contai is nearest town to Raipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Raipur

According to the 2011 Census, Raipur has a total population of about 1,608, with approximately 829 males and 779 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 545 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.38%, with male literacy at about 78.53% and female literacy near 69.96%. There are around 372 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Raipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,608 829 779
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 160 92 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 545 309 236
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,196 651 545
Illiterate Population 412 178 234

Connectivity of Raipur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raipur. As per the 2011 stats, Raipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Raipur

Knowing the nearby villages of Raipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raipur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Raipur

Where is Raipur located?
Raipur village is situated in Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur is Raipur Paschimbarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Raipur?
The pincode of Raipur is 721401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Raipur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raipur is 1,608, with 829 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Raipur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Raipur village has a total of 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raipur is 74.38%. The male literacy rate is 78.53%, while the female literacy rate is 69.96%.