Raypur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Raypur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from Bakrahat and around 21.4 km from Alipore. Khagramuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raypur is 333490. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.74 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Behala is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Raypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Raypur
According to the 2011 Census, Raypur village had a total population of 1,801 people, including 916 males and 885 females, living in 401 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.90%, with male literacy at 83.25% and female literacy at 70.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 283.
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 | 1,801 | 916 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 110 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 151 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 671 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 245 | 344 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Raypur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raypur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Behala to Raypur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Raypur is about 21.4 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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raypur
Where is Raypur located?
Raypur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Raypur is Khagramuri.
What is the pincode of Raypur?
The pincode of Raypur is 743377.
What is the population of Raypur?
Raypur had a total population of 1,801, including 916 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Raypur?
Raypur had 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raypur was 76.90%. Male literacy was 83.25% and female literacy was 70.26%.